This book covers the latest research development in heart valve biomechanics and bioengineering, with an emphasis on novel experimentation, computational simula

This book provides a balanced presentation of the fundamental principles of cardiovascular biomechanics research, as well as its valuable clinical applications.

Due to population aging, calcific aortic valve disease (CAVD) has become the most common heart valve disease in Western countries. No therapies exist to slow th

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