Computational Analysis of Blood Flow through a 3D Bifurcating Artery: Newtonian and Non-Newtonian Behavior, Stenosis, and Treatment

This study uses both Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluid models to simulate blood flow in a three-dimensional model of a human bifurcating artery. The focus is on comparing flow characteristics, particularly Wall Shear Stress (WSS), under normal conditions and with an introduced obstruction, simulating stenosis. The impact of stent placement on flow dynamics, such as variations in shear stress, pressure, and velocity, is also investigated in this work. By providing insights into artery behavior in pathological settings and the biomechanical effects of stenting, these simulations help to inform more intelligent approaches to vascular treatment and stent design.