Wave propagation in an elastic waveguide: fluid-structure interactions in a spinal disease

Syringomyelia is a disease in which fluid-filled cavities, called syrinxes, form in the spinal cord (SC). The progressive expansion of syrinxes over many years compresses the surrounding nerve fibres and blood vessels, which is associated with neurological damage. In the present work we aim to eluci...

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Main Authors: Elliott, Novak, Lucey, Anthony, Lockerby, D., Brodbelt, A.
Other Authors: Kian Teh
Format: Conference Paper
Published: Engineers Australia 2010
Online Access:http://search.informit.com.au/documentSummary;dn=020267968152808;res=IELENG
http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/29678