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    The coronary arteries supply blood to the heat muscle. In coronary artery disease, they become narrowed with fatty material. This can cause chest pain on exertion and increases the risk of heart attacks. In this procedure, a stent (small tube) is implanted into a narrowed artery to widen it. Unlike permanent metal stents, bioresorbable stents dissolve over a few months. The aim is to increase blood flow to the heart, while reducing the risk of longer term complications.