Comparing coronary stent material performance on a common geometric platform through simulated bench testing

► The performances of a range of metals are compared on a common stent platform. ► A higher risk of fracture is predicted in Mg stents relative to permanent and Fe stents. ► Similar scaffolding for absorbable metallic stents and permanent stents is possible through stent design. ► Improvements in Mg alloy ductility are important for Mg stents. ► Improvements in Fe alloy strength are important for Fe stents.