Validation of a preterm infant cardiovascular system model under baroreflex control with heart rate and blood pressure data

Ward Jennekens, Marco Dat, Peter H.M. Bovendeerd, Pieter F.F. Wijn, Peter Andriessen

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Abstract

In this paper we present an autonomic cardiovascular model of a preterm infant of 28 weeks of gestation with a birth weight of 1000 g and a closed ductus arteriosus by the end of the first week, that is capable of describing the complex interactions between heart rate, blood pressure and respiration. The hemodynamic model consists of a pulsatile heart and several vascular compartments, and is regulated by a baroreflex control system. The model is relatively simple to allow for a mathematical analysis of the dynamics but sufficiently complex to provide a realistic representation of the underlying physiology. The model provides (beat-to-beat) values of R-R interval and blood pressure that resemble realistic signals of preterm infants. The model is validated with experimental data obtained in preterm infants.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication33rd Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, EMBS 2011
Place of PublicationPiscataway
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Pages896-899
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)978-1-4577-1589-1
ISBN (Print)978-1-4244-4121-1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 26 Dec 2011
Event33rd Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, EMBS 2011 - Boston, MA, United States
Duration: 30 Aug 20113 Sept 2011

Conference

Conference33rd Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, EMBS 2011
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBoston, MA
Period30/08/113/09/11

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