Stent-graft or graft with durability or stiffness enhancing elements

摘要

An aneurysmal repair system that utilizes a weave modification to increase the durability of the graft material. An additional material is affixed to the graft material proximate the area where it is attached to the underlying stent structure. Alternatively, or in addition to, the additional material may be attached to the elements attaching the graft to the underlying stent structure.