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Table 2 1:1 Pulsatile Flow Results for Prototype vs. 'No Device' in Supine Position.

From: Physiologically-based testing system for the mechanical characterization of prosthetic vein valves

Test Condition

Device

ΔP (mmHg)

R (mmHg*min/L)

EOA (cm2)

SUBR

None

13.3 ± 0.0272

21.3 ± 0.271

1.23*

 

Prototype

14.6 ± 0.0012

23.5 ± 0.0338

1.12 ± 0.0166

 

Change

1.33

2.23

0.11

SUAF

None

7.97 ± 0.0935

6.00 ± 0.163

1.23*

 

Prototype

8.81 ± 0.157

7.37 ± 0.110

1.09 ± 0.0111

 

Change

1.84

1.37

0.14

  1. * Calculated value based on tube dimensions