Computational and experimental analysis of flow in lymphatic vessels

Macdonald, Alastair A.; Tabor, Gavin; Winlove, Peter; Arkill, Kenton P.; McHale, NG

doi:10.1016/s0021-9290(06)84146-1

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“…MacDonald and collaborators [25,26,28] used the same basic framework to construct a more spatially refined model of an individual lymphangion and of short series of lymphangions [27], using 4-6 grid points to resolve the axial distribution of flow and wall properties within each lymphangion. In addition this work attempted to improve some of the detailed modelling, in particular by introducing a more complex model for the wall:…”

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Multiscale Modelling of Lymphatic Drainage

Roose

Tabor

2012

Multiscale Computer Modeling in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering

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In this chapter we will describe the latest developments in the area of lymphatic modelling. The lymphatic system is one of the key elements of the human circulation, serving the dual functions of draining interstitial fluid and returning this to the general blood circulation, together with processing this lymph fluid which is a key component of the body's immune response system. Compared to the main cardiovascular system however, remarkably little modelling has been attempted. At the same time, the distribution of pumping activity (contractile lymphangions coupled with simple valves) throughout the system, passive primary lymphatics and complex lymph nodes combining to form an active network, makes the system a prime candidate for multiscale modelling.

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Section: One Dimensional Modelsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Multiscale Modelling of Lymphatic Drainage

Roose

Tabor

2012

Multiscale Computer Modeling in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering

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“…The third term is the periodic part of active contractions. This periodic part is modeled by a sine function, which is simple enough, still can give rich flow patterns, and so is widely used for such purposes [8][9][10]. Parameters are amplitude of the contraction A, wavelength λ, and velocity a.…”

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