<unk> , also known as the disappearing<unk> , are a promising new discovery in the field of interventional cardiology.  They have been an interesting field of research over the past decade and half. As the name suggests they get absorbed completely over a period of time after their work is done. Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) using<unk>  has created special interest because the mechanical support for the healing artery is required only for a brief period of time, and also the presence of a bare metallic prosthesis has potential disadvantages beyond the first few months.
Bioabsorbable stents
Bare metal stent
Drug eluting stent
Endovascular surgery
Stent
Mustard procedure
Sleeve resection
Angioplasty