a bio - compatible and bioresorbable stent is disclosed that is intended to restore or maintain patency following surgical procedures , traumatic injury or stricture formation . the stent is composed of a blend of at least two polymers that is either extruded as a monofilament then woven into a braid - like embodiment , or injection molded or extruded as a tube with fenestrations in the wall . methods for manufacturing the stent are also disclosed .