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Heart-Lung Machine

Definition: A heart-lung machine, also known as a cardiopulmonary bypass machine, is a medical device used to temporarily take over the functions of the heart and lungs during open-heart surgery.

Senses:

1. Medical Device - A machine used during cardiac surgery to enable the heart and lungs to be temporarily bypassed.
2. Life Support System - A device that maintains circulation and oxygenation of blood when the heart or lungs are unable to perform their normal function.

Sample Sentences:

• The heart-lung machine allowed the surgeon to perform a bypass surgery without stopping the patient's heart.
• During the heart transplant surgery, the patient's blood was diverted through the heart-lung machine, providing oxygenation and circulation.
• The heart-lung machine is an essential tool in modern cardiac surgery as it ensures the patient remains stable and safe throughout the procedure.

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