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Contraction of collecting lymphatics: organization of pressure-dependent rate for multiple lymphangions by Bertram, C. D., Macaskill, C., Davis, M. J., Moore, J. E.

“…The paper describes the extension of a previously developed model of pressure-dependent contraction rate to the case of multiple lymphangions. Mechanical…”
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Pump function curve shape for a model lymphatic vessel by Bertram, C.D, Macaskill, C, Moore, J.E

“…Highlights • Contractile lymphatic vessels can be characterised by their pump function curve. • Pump curve shape depends sensitively on the muscle…”
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Three-dimensional collapse and steady flow in thick-walled flexible tubes by Marzo, A., Luo, X.Y., Bertram, C.D.

“…Three-dimensional collapse of and steady flow through finite-length elastic tubes are studied numerically. The Navier-Stokes equations coupled with large,…”
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Modelling secondary lymphatic valves with a flexible vessel wall: how geometry and material properties combine to provide function by Bertram, C. D.

“…A three-dimensional finite-element fluid/structure interaction model of an intravascular lymphatic valve was constructed, and its properties were investigated…”
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Flux enhancement in turbulent crossflow microfiltration of yeast using a collapsible-tube pulsation generator by Hadzismajlovic, D.E., Bertram, C.D.

“…A 5 g/l suspension of yeast in water was microfiltered in a Millipore 0.2 μm unbaffled tubular ceramic membrane. The crossflow was interrupted periodically…”
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Modelling the coupling of the M-clock and C-clock in lymphatic muscle cells by Hancock, E.J., Zawieja, S.D., Macaskill, C., Davis, M.J., Bertram, C.D.

“…Chronic dysfunction of the lymphatic vascular system results in fluid accumulation between cells: lymphoedema. The condition is commonly acquired secondary to…”
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A computational model of a network of initial lymphatics and pre-collectors with permeable interstitium by Ikhimwin, B. O., Bertram, C. D., Jamalian, S., Macaskill, C.

“…Initial lymphatic vessels are made up of overlapped endothelial cells that act as unidirectional valves enabling one-way drainage of tissue fluid into the…”
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Valve-related modes of pump failure in collecting lymphatics: numerical and experimental investigation by Bertram, C. D., Macaskill, C., Davis, M. J., Moore, J. E.

“…Lymph is transported along collecting lymphatic vessels by intrinsic and extrinsic pumping. The walls have muscle of a type intermediate between blood-vascular…”
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Incorporating measured valve properties into a numerical model of a lymphatic vessel by Bertram, C.D., Macaskill, C., Moore, J.E.

“…An existing lumped-parameter model of multiple lymphangions (lymphatic vascular segments) in series is adapted for the incorporation of recent physiological…”
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Simulation of a chain of collapsible contracting lymphangions with progressive valve closure by Bertram, C D, Macaskill, C, Moore, Jr, J E

“…The aim of this investigation was to achieve the first step toward a comprehensive model of the lymphatic system. A numerical model has been constructed of a…”
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Development of a model of a multi-lymphangion lymphatic vessel incorporating realistic and measured parameter values by Bertram, C. D., Macaskill, C., Davis, M. J., Moore, J. E.

“…Our published model of a lymphatic vessel consisting of multiple actively contracting segments between non-return valves has been further developed by the…”
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Syringomyelia: A review of the biomechanics by Elliott, N.S.J., Bertram, C.D., Martin, B.A., Brodbelt, A.R.

“…Syringomyelia is a neurological disorder caused by the development of one or more macroscopic fluid-filled cavities in the spinal cord. While the aetiology…”
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The effects of wall thickness, axial strain and end proximity on the pressure-area relation of collapsible tubes by Bertram, C D

“…Segments of silicone rubber tube were suspended between rigid pipes and subjected to slowly varying transmural pressure covering a range from slight distension…”
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Comparison of different methods for the determination of the true wave propagation coefficient, in rubber tubes and the canine thoracic aorta by Bertram, C.D., Gow, B.S., Greenwald, S.E.

“…The results from studies of wave propagation in large arteries carried out over the last 25 years have shown that there is a good agreement among values of the…”
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A numerical investigation of waves propagating in the spinal cord and subarachnoid space in the presence of a syrinx by Bertram, C.D.

“…The term syringomyelia describes fluid-filled cavities in the spinal cord, which can interfere with normal nerve signal transmission. The finite-element code…”
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The onset of flow-rate limitation and flow-induced oscillations in collapsible tubes by Bertram, C.D., Tscherry, J.

“…Experiments were mounted to investigate the onset in a ‘Starling resistor’ of collapsible-tube oscillation, at the lowest possible Reynolds number so as to…”
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Spinal cord mechanics: a hypothesis for syringomyelia genesis and progression, investigated by means of a computer model by Bertram, C.D., Bilston, L.E., Stoodley, M.A.

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Energy dissipation and pulse wave attenuation in the canine carotid artery by Bertram, C D

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An endothelial mechanism for control of capillary flow speed by Scheidler, N.M., Shin, S.S., Bertram, C.D., Delano, F.A., Schmid-Schönbein, G.W.

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Flux enhancement in laminar crossflow microfiltration using a collapsible-tube pulsation generator1Presented in part at IMSTEC '96 (Intl. Membr. Sci. & Technol. Conf., Sydney, Australia, 12–14 Nov. 1996).1 by Hadzismajlovic, D.E, Bertram, C.D

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