Question

Discuss on one example of how integrative bio-mechanics has advanced clinical medicine.

Answer 1

Artificial heart valves

The emerging technology has helped physicians, surgeons as well as patient to lead a quality life. The development of heart valves is a good example. The development of suitable biocompatible material along with streamlined designs have helped to create heart valves which have streamlined the blood flow across the heart and have increased lifespan of the patient. The mechanical as well as bioprosthetic valve have replaced dysfunctional valves. The modern-day blueprint of valves have emerged as advantageous asset because there is minimum regurgitation, and decreased pressure across the transvalvular region.