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Abstract
I propose two postulates that allow precise matching of an indefinite number of neurites when repairing a transected nerve. The first one, based on the principle of de Saint-Venant, indicates how to keep nerve fibers in proper longitudinal alignment, by diverting stress to an appropriate distance from the tip of the stumps. The second postulate, based on the symmetrical mechanical resistance of the stumps, indicates how to restore correct transversal alignment of the fibers, by circularizing the severed nerve extremities.Mesh:
Year: 1987 PMID: 3651564 DOI: 10.1016/0303-2647(87)90049-9
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Biosystems ISSN: 0303-2647 Impact factor: 1.973