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Experimental conditions for in vitro artificial vessel and ex-vivo artery.
| Method | Vessel diameter (mm) | Wall thickness (mm) | Max. Expandable rate (%) | Flow rate (mL/min, when 0.68 Pa) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Static | 3.175 | 1.8 | — | — |
| Dynamic | 3.175 | 1.8 | 0 | 136.3 |
| 3.175 | 1.8 | ~58.8 | 136.3 | |
| 3.969 | 1.6 | ~98.5 | 266.3 | |
| Porcine Ex vivo | 8.5 | 2.5 | ~112.5 | 592.4* |
*Flow rate (mL/min) was operated according to the 0.154 Pa.
