Computational haemodynamic model for study of calculated mitral valve area
by J. Bustamante, M. Vallverdu, X. Borras
International Journal of Biomedical Engineering and Technology (IJBET), Vol. 5, No. 2/3, 2011

Abstract: Simulated experience was performed through a computational haemodynamic model, with the implementation of a cardiovascular numerical model in which the dynamics of the transmitral flow is represented. The influence of haemodynamic variables are evaluated upon the calculated Mitral Valve Area (MVA) using the method of Gorlin's formula. By sensitivity analysis of haemodynamic variables, it is found that blood density, cardiac output, length of valvular tunnel, heart rate and compliance are variables influencing the determination of the calculated MVA. In conclusion, the computational haemodynamic model helps to evaluate the isolated influence of haemodynamic parameters on the functional calculated MVA.

Online publication date: Wed, 21-Jan-2015

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