Cardiovascular perfusionists play a vital and intricate role as integral members of the interprofessional operating room team, working seamlessly alongside cardiac surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal patient outcomes during complex surgical procedures. Their responsibilities include the management and operation of sophisticated technologies such as the heart-lung machine, which is crucial for conducting cardiopulmonary bypass — a process that temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs during surgery.
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