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stent
A tiny, latticed metal tube that is implanted into an artery during an angioplasty. The stent provides scaffolding necessary to hold the artery open and ensure blood flow through the artery.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Medical devices
- Category: Cardiac supplies
- Company: Boston Scientific
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