Cardiopulmonary Bypass Machine: A Review
Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a procedure in which a machine takes over the function of the heart and lungs during surgery. The CPB machine is a major component of the equipment used for cardiac surgery and is responsible for pumping oxygenated blood throughout the body, allowing surgeons to perform complex procedures on the heart and lungs. This review summarizes the components of the CPB machine, its function, and its outcomes.
The CPB machine is composed of several components, including a heart-lung machine, a cardiotomy reservoir, an oxygenator, and a monitor. The heart-lung machine is the most important component of the CPB machine and is responsible for taking over the functions of the heart and lungs. It consists of a pump that is used to circulate the blood through the body, an oxygenator that adds oxygen to the blood, and a monitor that is used to measure the blood pressure, temperature, and other vital signs. The cardiotomy reservoir is used to collect blood that is removed from the patient during surgery, and the oxygenator is used to add oxygen to the blood before it is returned to the patient.
The function of the CPB machine is to provide oxygenated blood to the body during a surgical procedure. This is accomplished by passing the blood through the oxygenator, which adds oxygen to the blood. The oxygenated blood is then passed through the heart-lung machine, which circulates it throughout the body and maintains the blood pressure and temperature. The monitor is used to measure the blood pressure, temperature, and other vital signs.
The outcomes of the CPB machine are typically very positive, with studies showing a decreased risk of death and complications, as well as improved patient outcomes. CPB has been shown to be an effective and safe procedure for a variety of cardiac and thoracic surgeries. In addition, CPB has been found to be beneficial in reducing the length of hospital stays and improving patient outcomes.
In conclusion, the CPB machine is an essential component of modern cardiac and thoracic surgery. It is a complex device that is composed of several components, including a heart-lung machine, a cardiotomy reservoir, an oxygenator, and a monitor. The CPB machine is responsible for providing oxygenated blood to the body during surgery, and its outcomes are typically very positive, with decreased risks of death and complications and improved patient outcomes.
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