Models for coronary pressure-flow relationships.
We have developed a mathematical model which describes pressure-inflow relationships in the coronary circulation. Model parameters have been identified during metabolic and pharmacologic vasodilation. These two stimuli appear to affect resistance and back pressure in different ways. A possible explanation involving myogenic and metabolic effects is suggested.
Mates
R E
RE
Department of Mechanical Engineering, State University of New York at Buffalo 14215.
Judd
R M
RM
D000818:Animals; D001794:Blood Pressure / Q000502:physiology*; D003326:Coronary Circulation / Q000502:physiology*; D004285:Dogs; D008433:Mathematics; D008955:Models, Cardiovascular