Polyurethane is an excellent and widely used polymer material. In synthesizing
polyurethane, the structure of soft and hard segments in polyurethane could be adjusted …

Atherosclerosis is still a significant cause of death in western societies. The leading cause of
this cardiovascular disease is lipid accumulation and inflammation of the large arteries …

Bio-artificial organs, commonly referred to as bionic organs, are artificial structures that
perform the same functions as natural organs. In regenerative medicine, damaged organs …

Cardiovascular sensing and monitoring is a widely used function in cardiovascular devices.
Nowadays, achieving desired flexibility, wearability and implantability becomes a major …

Objective The human acellular vessel (HAV) was evaluated for surgical bypass in a phase II
study. The primary results at 24 months after implantation have been reported, and the …

The clinical patency of small‐diameter vascular grafts (SDVGs)(ID< 6 mm) is limited, with the
formation of mural thrombi being a major threat of this limitation. Herein, a bilayered …

Calcification in prosthetic vascular conduits is a major challenge in cardiac and vascular
surgery that compromises the long‐term performance of these devices. Significant research …

Blood-contacting devices must be designed to minimize the risk of bloodstream-associated
infections, thrombosis, and intimal lesions caused by surface friction. However, achieving …

Diabetes mellitus is a global health concern characterized by chronic hyperglycemia, and its
vascular consequences in the lower extremities pose significant challenges for individuals …

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death among all non-
communicable diseases globally. Although expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) has …