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What is the main function of an oxygenator in a heart-lung machine?
What is the main function of an oxygenator in a heart-lung machine?
What is the primary purpose of an intra-aortic balloon pump?
What is the primary purpose of an intra-aortic balloon pump?
What is the term for a heart defect present at birth?
What is the term for a heart defect present at birth?
What is the term for a process that temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs during cardiac surgery?
What is the term for a process that temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs during cardiac surgery?
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What is the name of the device used to pump blood during cardiac surgery?
What is the name of the device used to pump blood during cardiac surgery?
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Study Notes
Cardiac Surgery
- Surgical procedures aimed at correcting heart conditions or improving heart function.
- Commonly used to treat coronary artery disease, heart valve disorders, and congenital defects.
Oxygenator
- Device that adds oxygen to the blood and removes carbon dioxide during cardiac surgery.
- Essential for maintaining oxygenation when the heart is stopped for procedures.
Heart-Lung Machine
- A complex medical device used during cardiac surgery to temporarily take over the function of the heart and lungs.
- Supports blood circulation and oxygenation while the heart is surgically repaired or replaced.
Intraaortic Balloon Pump (IABP)
- A mechanical device used to support heart function and improve blood flow.
- It consists of a balloon that inflates and deflates in sync with the heart's rhythm, reducing workload on the heart.
Congenital Heart Defect
- Structural abnormalities of the heart present at birth, affecting normal blood flow.
- Common types include septal defects, valve malformations, and ductus arteriosus anomalies.
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
- A life-support technique utilizing an external machine to oxygenate the blood and remove carbon dioxide.
- Often used in cases of severe cardiac or respiratory failure, providing support while the heart or lungs rest and heal.
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Test your knowledge of cardiac surgery procedures, including the use of oxygenators, heart lung machines, and intraaortic balloon pumps, as well as congenital heart defects and extracorporeal membrane circulation. Learn about the latest advancements in cardiac care and surgical techniques.
