CARDIOPULMONARY BYPASS
By Maitri
A heart-lung machine (also called cardiopulmonary bypass) is usually used during open heart surgery. While the surgeon works on the heart, the machine helps provide oxygen-rich blood to the brain and other vital organs.
Author: Dr Bhasker Semitha
Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgeon
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