per
fuse
Third Person
perfuses
Present Participle
perfusing
Past Tense
perfused
Past Participle
perfused
1
to thoroughly spread something, like a liquid or color, throughout a space or object
transitive
- The artist used a delicate brush to perfuse the canvas with vibrant strokes of color.
- To enhance the flavor, the chef decided to perfuse the dish with aromatic herbs and spices.
- The irrigation system was designed to perfuse the soil, ensuring even distribution of water to all plants.
- In the laboratory, scientists sought to perfuse the cells with a specific dye to observe their behavior under a microscope.
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2
to supply an organ or tissue with a fluid, typically blood or a solution, to ensure adequate oxygenation and nutrient delivery
transitive
- In cases of severe dehydration, intravenous fluids are administered to perfuse the tissues and restore normal hydration levels.
- During a kidney transplant, surgeons carefully perfuse the donor kidney with a preservation solution to maintain its viability.
- Hypothermia treatment involves perfusing the patient's body with warm fluids to gradually raise their core temperature.
- In cases of septic shock, aggressive fluid resuscitation is necessary to perfuse tissues and prevent organ failure.
- The administration of vasopressor medications can help to increase blood pressure and perfuse vital organs.