A method for making an encapsulated stent-graft having an essentially
tubular configuration with a central longitudinal lumen and having a
first diameter and a second diameter, wherein the first diameter is
larger than the second diameter. The stent-graft may include a
self-expanding stent and a first and second tube of biocompatible
material between which the stent is positioned. The stent-graft may also
include an interlayer member between the first and second tube. The
method generally includes applying pressure and heat to a stent-graft
assembly to form a monolithic layer of biocompatible material around the
stent.