MEDICAL DEVICES INCLUDING METALLIC FILMS AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME
摘要
<p>An endoprosthesis (100) for deployment within a body passage includes a framework (52) and a metallic film (54), which can circumferentially surround the framework or be surrounded by the framework. The framework and metallic film can be attached without using a third material, e.g., without sewing. The framework can define a circumferential recess along at least a portion of its length and circumference. The recess accommodates at least a portion of the metallic film therein.</p>