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Lumped-Parameter and Finite Element Modeling of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
Published on: February 13, 2021
A dynamic lumped parameter model of the left ventricular assisted circulation
Einly Lim1, Shaun L Cloherty, John A Reizes
1Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia. z3179719@student.unsw.edu.au
Summary
A new lumped parameter model simulates the cardiovascular system (CVS) interacting with an implantable rotary blood pump (iRBP). This model aids in understanding circulatory changes and testing control algorithms for iRBPs.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Computational Physiology
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Cardiovascular system (CVS) modeling is crucial for understanding heart function and disease.
- Implantable rotary blood pumps (iRBPs) are vital for treating heart failure.
- Accurate modeling of iRBP-CVS interaction is needed for device development and clinical application.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a lumped parameter model of the cardiovascular system (CVS).
- To integrate this model with an implantable rotary blood pump (iRBP) model.
- To create a simulation tool for evaluating iRBP performance and control strategies.
Main Methods:
- Developed a lumped parameter model representing the heart, systemic, and pulmonary circulations.
- Created a three-differential-equation model for the iRBP (motor, torque, hydraulic).
- Validated the combined CVS-iRBP model against ex vivo porcine experimental data.
Main Results:
- The model accurately simulates various physiological pumping states by adjusting pump speed.
- Qualitative comparison with experimental data confirms the model's predictive capabilities.
- The model demonstrates suitability for simulating diverse operational conditions.
Conclusions:
- The developed lumped parameter model effectively captures the cardiovascular system and iRBP interaction.
- This computational tool can investigate circulatory parameter changes with iRBP support.
- The model is valuable for testing and refining iRBP control algorithms.
