Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)

• A technique where a machine temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs during surgery
• This allows surgeons to operate on the heart without disrupting blood flow to the body

Heart-Lung Machine

• Another name for the CPB pump
• Responsible for oxygenating the blood, removing carbon dioxide, and circulating blood throughout the body during surgery

Cannula Placement

• The surgeon places a cannula in the superior vena cava or the right atrium to withdraw blood from the body during CPB

Purpose of CPB

• To provide a bloodless surgical field for cardiac surgery
• Enables surgeons to stop the heart while maintaining blood flow to the body

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)

• A life-support technique that uses a machine to oxygenate and circulate blood outside the body
• Used for patients with severe heart or lung failure, providing a way to support the body while the lungs or heart recover

Role of Perfusionist

• Monitors and controls the CPB pump during surgery
• Ensures adequate blood flow and oxygenation to the body
• Adjusts the pump's settings to maintain blood pressure and other vital signs
• A highly trained medical professional responsible for managing the technical aspects of CPB during surgery.

Test your knowledge on Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB) and its role in maintaining blood circulation during surgery. Learn about the functions of the heart-lung machine and the role of perfusionists. Explore the concept of extracorporeal circulation in this quiz.