Artificial lung
Artificial lung
The Artificial lung (pronounced: /ɑːrˈtɪfɪʃəl lʌŋ/) is a prosthetic device that provides oxygenation of blood and removal of carbon dioxide from the blood. The artificial lung is an evolving technology used as a bridge to lung transplantation or to recover the lungs after injury.
Etymology
The term "artificial lung" is derived from the Latin word "artificium" meaning "craftsmanship, craft, or art" and the Old English word "lungen" meaning "the light, spongy organ of respiration".
Function
The artificial lung functions as the biological lungs by oxygenating the blood and removing carbon dioxide. It is connected to the patient's vascular system and blood is driven through the device by the patient's native heart.
Types
There are two main types of artificial lungs: the Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and the Intravascular Lung Assist (ILA).
Use
Artificial lungs are used in critical care settings for patients suffering from acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other forms of lung failure. They are also used as a bridge to lung transplantation.
Related Terms
- Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
- Intravascular Lung Assist (ILA)
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Lung Transplantation
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Artificial lung
- Wikipedia's article - Artificial lung
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