Biomechanics of a Lymphatic Vessel

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 01 Jan 1975 English Publisher:S. Karger AGJournal:Journal of Vascular Research, volume 12, pages 261-278 (issn: 1018-1172, eissn: 1423-0135,

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Authors: N P, Reddy; T A, Krouskop; P H, Newell;

doi: 10.1159/000158062

pmid: 1182313

Biomechanics of a Lymphatic Vessel

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Abstract

The principles of mechanics and the current notions of lymphatic physiology are integrated into a simple mathematical model of a lymphatic vessel which establishes a theoretical base for lymph propulsion in the lymphatic system. The model specifically considers the active and passive contractilities of the lymphatics. The model is simulated on a digital computer. The pressure and flow patterns derived from the model are consistent with the currently available experimental data.

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Time Factors, Computers, Microcirculation, Muscle, Smooth, Models, Biological, Biomechanical Phenomena, Lymphatic System, Pressure, Lymph, Lymphocytes, Extracellular Space, Muscle Contraction

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