Abstract
From casts of cat brain vessels, the branching angles and diameters of blood vessels at arterial bifurcations were measured. The results were compared with theoretical predictions based on the principle of minimum work in order to understand the physiological principle governing arterial branching. It was revealed that the branching angles measured have statistically significant correlations with relative sizes of parent and branch vessels, as predicted by the optimal theories. However, it was found that the arteries were well winding, and thereby the branching angles could be determined only in the neighborhood of branch points. This suggests that the branching angle of arterial bifurcation is governed by local factors.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
