Population
Precommercial model of a bi-leaflet mechanical heart valve prosthesis (in vitro model)
Design
Preclinical
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Enables detailed near-wall flow analysis in animal MHV models; extends PIV utility but leaves open clinical translation.
The use of PIV in staggered planes allows for detailed flow analysis near the tube wall of mechanical heart valves, identifying regions with potential for vessel injury.
Castellini et al. (2004) studied this question.
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