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Published 11/03/2009 by SmartBrief

EU approves Boston Scientific stent Promus Element

Boston Scientific secured European approval for its Promus Element drug-coated stent, which is made of an alloy that offers more flexibility than older stents. The company expects the FDA to approve the device by 2012.

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