Learn about the critical aspects of material biostability in chronically implanted medical devices through a comprehensive cardiovascular grand rounds presentation delivered by Dr. Kim Chaffin, PhD, PE at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation. Explore the engineering challenges and solutions for maintaining long-term stability of materials used in implantable medical devices, with particular focus on cardiovascular applications. Gain valuable insights into the latest research and development strategies for ensuring device longevity and patient safety in chronic implantation scenarios.