Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the USA and Europe and with increasingly obese populations within the developed world, the trend looks set to continue. This text provides a comprehensive review of biomaterials and devices for use in the circulatory system. Initial chapters discuss fundamental considerations such as tissue response to implanted materials and device biocompatibility while later chapters cover pertinent technologies such as nanotechnology and biosensor technology. This book is an essential read for those concerned with the repair and regeneration of the circulatory system.