title: Bioresorbable scaffolds for the SFA: new developments.
abstract: The implantation of metallic stents has become a standard procedure to improve the outcome after angioplasty of the superficial femoral artery (SFA). However, the permanent presence of a metallic stent in the femoropopliteal artery is associated with a number of potential disadvantages. Thus, the use of a bioresorbable scaffold, which stabilizes the vessel for a defined period after implantation but is then resorbed, is a compelling concept. This review gives an overview on the use of bioresorbable scaffolds in the peripheral arteries, with an emphasis on the SFA.
authors.affiliation: Vascular Clinic, Hanusch-Krankenhaus, Vienna, Austria - office@drwerner.eu.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Werner
mesh_terms: D020341:Absorbable Implants; D000800:Angioplasty, Balloon / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation*; D005263:Femoral Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D058729:Peripheral Arterial Disease / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D011859:Radiography; D015607:Stents; D013997:Time Factors; D054457:Tissue Scaffolds; D016896:Treatment Outcome