A stent-graft fabricated from a thin-walled, high strength material provides
for
a more durable and lower profile endoprosthesis. The stent-graft comprises one
or more stent segments covered with a fabric formed by the weaving, knitting or
braiding of a biocompatible, high tensile strength, abrasion resistant, highly
durable yarn such as ultra high molecular weight polyethylene. The one or more
stent segments may be balloon expandable or self-expanding. The fabric may be attached
to the stent segments utilizing any number of known materials and techniques.