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ABSORB
A specific brand of bioresorbable vascular scaffold that dissolves over time.
Full Definition
ABSORB is a specific bioresorbable vascular scaffold manufactured by Abbott that was designed to provide temporary vessel support and then dissolve over approximately three years. The device was withdrawn from many markets due to higher rates of thrombosis compared to metallic stents. When editing clinical literature, editors must distinguish between ABSORB as a specific product and the general category of bioresorbable scaffolds.
Usage
Usage note: Always capitalize ABSORB when referring to the specific Abbott product. Do not use generically for all bioresorbable scaffolds.
In Context
- "The ABSORB trial demonstrated higher rates of device thrombosis compared to everolimus-eluting stents." — Clinical trial report
- "Following concerns about safety outcomes, ABSORB was voluntarily withdrawn from commercial distribution." — Regulatory update
Also known as
ABSORB scaffold
ABSORB BVS
Don't confuse with
bioresorbable vascular scaffold
dissolvable stent