Stress analysis in a layered aortic arch model under pulsatile blood flow

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Many cardiovascular diseases, such as aortic dissection, frequently occur on the aortic arch and fluid-structure interactions play an important role in the cardiovascular system. Mechanical stress is crucial in the functioning of the...

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Main Authors: Matsuzawa Teruo, Watanabe Masahiro, Gao Feng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-04-01
Series:BioMedical Engineering OnLine
Online Access:http://www.biomedical-engineering-online.com/content/5/1/25