Numerical Simulation of the Arterial Pulse Propagation Using One-Dimensional Models

All fluid flow problems in the human organism involve interactions with a vessel wall. The wall is flexible because of compliance and muscle effects and there's a dynamic balance between the fluid and solid fields. These papers address flow in a number of physiological processes. This volume presents a number of studies where primarily mathematical modelling has been applied to a variety of medical wall-fluid interaction problems. The medical applications discussed are highly varied, while some key clinical areas are also addressed. Unusually, a number of important medical challenges involving fluid flow are considered in combination with the relevant solid mechanics. The complexity of addressing combined fluid flow and solid behaviour is viewed positively by the book distinguished contributors. For the researcher it offers new scope for developing and demonstrating a mastery of the scientific principles involved.