Browsing by Author "Krynauw, Hugo"

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Design and implementation of an apparatus for hydrodynamic and fatigue testing of prosthetic aortic valves

Author: Krynauw, Hugo Date: 2008 Aortic valve replacement in humans may be needed due to pathology leading to valve stenosis and regurgitation. Replacement is by either mechanical or soft tissue prosthetic valves. Before new valves are medically approved and introduced into ... Read more
Optimization of structural and mechanical properties of electro-spun biodegradable scaffolds for vascular vissue regeneration

Author: Khatib, Rodaina Omar Date: 2013 Current replacements for diseased arteries include autologous and artificial grafts. The availability of autologous grafts is limited and artificial grafts tend to fail when applied to small calibre vessels (<;6 mm) due to graft thrombosis ... Read more
Tailoring of the biomechanics of tissue-regenerative vascular scaffolds

Author: Krynauw, Hugo Date: 2016 The lack of long term patency of small diameter synthetic vascular grafts currently available on the market has directed research towards improving the performance of these grafts. Improved radial compliance matching and appropriate tissue ... Read more

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