Development of a 3D finite element model of lens microcirculation

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>It has been proposed that in the absence of a blood supply, the ocular lens operates an internal microcirculation system. This system delivers nutrients, removes waste products and maintains ionic homeostasis in the lens. The microci...

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Main Authors: Vaghefi Ehsan, Malcolm Duane TK, Jacobs Marc D, Donaldson Paul J
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-09-01
Series:BioMedical Engineering OnLine
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Online Access:http://www.biomedical-engineering-online.com/content/11/1/69