Particle deposition and clearance in the bronchial tree

Yeates, DB; Gerrity, TR; Garrard, CS

HERO ID

95391

Reference Type

Journal Article

Year

1981

HERO ID 95391
In Press No
Year 1981
Title Particle deposition and clearance in the bronchial tree
Authors Yeates, DB; Gerrity, TR; Garrard, CS
Journal Annals of Biomedical Engineering
Volume 9
Issue 5-6
Page Numbers 577-592
Abstract Mucociliary transport is responsible for the cleansing of inhaled particles from the conducting airways of the lung. The characteristics of human tracheobronchial mucociliary transport have been investigated using radiotagged aerosols. These methods are critically reviewed together with alternative techniques. The role of predictive mathematical models of tracheobronchial clearance is discussed. Major findings regarding mucociliary clearance in health and the effects of drugs, inhaled pollutants, and disease are summarized. Throughout, areas requiring problem-solving are delineated.
Doi 10.1007/BF02364772
Wosid WOS:A1981PC90900015
Is Certified Translation No
Dupe Override No
Comments 1981a in 671,10.
Is Public Yes
Is Peer Review Yes