Word
perfusion
Phoneticsper·fu·sion, stress on the second syllable
US/pɝfˈjuzən/
UK/pəfjˈuːʒən/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the flow of blood through an organ or part of the body. Doctors check it to see if the tissue is getting enough blood and oxygen.
n. flow of blood through the capillary bed of an organ or tissue, delivering oxygen and nutrients. Often measured in imaging and physiology to assess tissue viability.
Examples
“Good perfusion keeps the fingers warm and pink.”
“The nurse checks the patient's foot for warmth and colour to confirm good perfusion after surgery.”
“After the heart attack, scans showed poor perfusion in part of the heart muscle, prompting doctors to restore blood flow quickly.”
Examples
simple
“Good perfusion keeps the fingers warm and pink.”
contextual
“The nurse checks the patient's foot for warmth and colour to confirm good perfusion after surgery.”
complex
“After the heart attack, scans showed poor perfusion in part of the heart muscle, prompting doctors to restore blood flow quickly.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “perfusion” in context.
Verb
01. assess perfusion
“The doctor assessed perfusion by checking capillary refill time.”
verb + noun
02. improve perfusion
“Elevating the legs may improve perfusion to the brain.”
verb + noun
03. maintain perfusion
“Fluids and vasopressors help maintain perfusion to vital organs.”
verb + noun
04. monitor perfusion
“ICU staff continuously monitor perfusion using advanced sensors.”
verb + noun
Adjective
05. adequate perfusion
“Warm hands and feet usually indicate adequate perfusion.”
adj + noun
06. cerebral perfusion
“The CT scan showed reduced cerebral perfusion after the stroke.”
adj + noun
07. impaired perfusion
“Impaired perfusion can lead to organ failure if left untreated.”
adj + noun
Noun
08. assessment of perfusion
“Early assessment of perfusion is critical in sepsis management.”
noun + prep + noun
09. loss of perfusion
“Prolonged loss of perfusion can cause irreversible tissue damage.”
noun + prep + noun
10. assess peripheral perfusion
“The nurse will assess peripheral perfusion every hour.”
11. loss of peripheral perfusion
“Cold, pale skin suggests a loss of peripheral perfusion.”
12. maintain adequate tissue perfusion
“IV fluids help maintain adequate tissue perfusion in shock.”
Related words
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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