A graphical simulation software for instruction in cardiovascular mechanics physiology.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Computer supported, interactive e-learning systems are widely used in the teaching of physiology. However, the currently available complimentary software tools in the field of the physiology of cardiovascular mechanics have not yet been adapted to the latest systems software. Therefore, a simple-to-use replacement for undergraduate and graduate students' education was needed, including an up-to-date graphical software that is validated and field-tested.

Methods

Software compatible to Windows, based on modified versions of existing mathematical algorithms, has been newly developed. Testing was performed during a full term of physiological lecturing to medical and biology students.

Results

The newly developed CLabUZH software models a reduced human cardiovasc

SUBMITTER: Wildhaber RA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3041719 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature