Advanced Anatomy and Physiology for Perfusionists.

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Semester course; 4 lecture hours. 4 credits. Enrollment is restricted to graduate students in the Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion program. The course provides an in-depth exploration of human anatomy and physiology with a specialized focus on the cardiovascular system and its relevance to the practice of perfusion. It covers advanced concepts of the anatomy of the cardiovascular system, cardiovascular hemodynamics, myocardial physiology, renal physiology and hematology. Additional emphasis is placed on the embryologic development of the cardiovascular system and principles of ventilation and oxygenation.