Essays about: "Windkessel."

Found 2 essays containing the word Windkessel..

1. 1. Modelling development of ECMO return flow in bifurcating arteries

   University essay from KTH/Strömningsmekanik och Teknisk Akustik

   Author : Friederike Schäfer; [2021]
   Keywords : Fluid Mechanics; CFD; ECMO;

   Abstract : Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) is a life saving therapy for critically ill patients experiencing a heart and lung failure. During this therapy, a common complication is limb ischemia in the leg where the return cannula reintroduces the oxygenated blood to the patient. READ MORE

3. 2. Modeling of the arterial system with an AVD implanted

   University essay from Institutionen för systemteknik

   Author : Henrik Nyblom; [2004]
   Keywords : Reglerteknik; arterial system; modeling; identification; Ventricular Assist Device; VAD; LVAD; Artificial Vasculature Device; AVD; aortic valve; Windkessel.; Reglerteknik;

   Abstract : The number of patients that are waiting for heart transplants far exceed the number of available donor hearts. Left Ventricular Assist Devices are mechanical alternatives that can help and are helping several patients. They work by taking blood from the left ventricle and ejecting that blood into the aorta. READ MORE