Processed ratite carotid arteries as xenogeneic small bore vascular grafts

摘要

The present invention is directed to various products and processes comprising segments of vasculature from long-necked birds for use as vascular grafts. Also contemplated is a process for preparing this vasculature for use as a small-bore vascular graft. The isolated vasculature of the present invention is of sufficient length to be used in a variety of applications, and may be stored for extended lengths of time after isolation or processing before implantation.