PULSATILE FLOW
\pˈʌlsɐtˌa͡ɪl flˈə͡ʊ], \pˈʌlsɐtˌaɪl flˈəʊ], \p_ˈʌ_l_s_ɐ_t_ˌaɪ_l f_l_ˈəʊ]\
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Rhythmic, intermittent propagation of a fluid through a vessel or piping system, in contrast to constant, smooth propagation, which produces laminar flow. The quality of blood flow, whether smooth (laminar) or pulsatile, is important to the integrity of the tissues being artificially perfused by various heart assist devices or in regional perfusion.
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