Development of a computational fluid dynamic model to investigate the hemodynamic impact of REBOA

Abstract

Background: Resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta (REBOA) is a lifesaving intervention for major truncal hemorrhage. Balloon-tipped arterial catheters are inserted via the femoral artery to create a temporary occlusion of the aorta, which minimizes the rate of internal bleeding until definitive surgery can be conducted. There is growing concern over the resultant hypoperfusion and potential damage to tissues and organs downstream of REBOA. To better understand the acute hemodynamic changes imposed by REBOA, we developed a three-dimensional computational fluid dynamic (CFD) model under normal, hemorrhage, and aortic occlusion conditions. The goal was to characterize the acute hemodynamic changes and identify regions within the aortic vascular tree susceptible to abnormal flow and shear stress.

Document Details

Document Type
Pub Defense Publication
Publication Date
Oct 13, 2022
Source ID
10.3389/fphys.2022.1005073

Entities

People

  • Antonio C. Renaldo
  • Elaheh Rahbar
  • F. Scott Gayzik
  • Fahim Mobin
  • James E. Jordan
  • Lucas P. Neff
  • Magan R. Lane
  • Sophie R. Shapiro
  • Timothy K. Williams

Organizations

  • Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
  • National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
  • National Science Foundation
  • United States Army Medical Research and Development Command

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Dynamics.
  • Trauma Surgery or Emergency Medicine.