De perfusionist
Example: De perfusionist zorgt voor de hart-longmachine tijdens de operatie.
Definition
"De perfusionist" refers to a medical professional responsible for operating the heart-lung machine during surgeries. This specialist manages the patient’s circulatory and respiratory functions while the heart is stopped, ensuring that blood circulation and oxygenation continue effectively throughout the procedure.
Etymology
The term "de perfusionist" derives from the French word 'perfusion,' meaning the process of forcing a fluid through blood vessels or tissues. It reflects the role of the perfusionist in managing blood flow during surgery. Did you know? The role became crucial with the development of heart-lung machines in the mid-20th century.
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"De perfusionist" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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