The present invention is directed to a deployment system for an endoluminal device. The deployment system includes a confining sheath placed around a compacted endoluminal device. A deployment line is provided in the system. As the deployment line is actuated, the sheath retracts from around the compacted endoluminal device. Once the sheath is retracted from around the compacted endoluminal device, the endoluminal device is operable to expand. Any remaining sheath material is removed from the implantation site along with the deployment line.
