Stents – Life-Saving Tiny Tubes
A stent is a small mesh tube that's used to open up blocked or narrowed blood vessels — most commonly in the heart, but also in other parts of the body like the legs, kidneys, or brain.
?️ What Stents Do
? Restore blood flow in arteries clogged by plaque (atherosclerosis)
? Prevent strokes in cerebral arteries
? Support weak vessels or hold open pathways in organs like the bile duct or esophagus
? Types of Stents
Bare Metal Stents (BMS) – Basic scaffold; less common today
Drug-Eluting Stents (DES) – Release medication to prevent re-narrowing
Bioabsorbable Stents – Dissolve naturally over time
Covered Stents – Have a membrane, often used for aneurysms or tears
? Why They Matter
⏱️ Quickly treat heart attacks and prevent long-term damage
? Minimally invasive alternative to open surgery
?♂️ Faster recovery for patients
? Now used in innovative treatments like peripheral artery disease and complex aortic repairs
? Market Outlook
Driven by rising heart disease, aging populations, and advancing tech, the global stent market is seeing major growth. Expect ongoing innovation in biodegradable materials, AI-assisted placement, and 3D-printed stents.
