Physiological Stress: The Heart-Lung Machine Paradox
Cardiopulmonary Bypass Machine Introduction: The Core Definition of Cardiopulmonary Bypass The cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) machine, often colloquially referred to as a heart-lung machine, is a highly sophisticated medical device designed to temporarily take over the functions of the heart and lungs during complex surgical procedures, most commonly those involving the heart itself. This vital intervention […]