Fig. 3From: Influence of vascular geometry on local hemodynamic parameters: phantom and small rodent studyThe carotid bifurcation mold consisting of a a polished stainless-steel shell, and b a bifurcated inner rod (6 mm CCA diameter, 4.5 mm ICA diameter, 4 mm ECA diameter). c All the components were assembled together, and the PVA solution was injected into the gap. d The resulting carotid bifurcation vessel phantom. e The ultrasound contrast image of external carotid arteryBack to article page