1. the passage of fluid through the circulatory system or lymphatic system to an organ or tissue
Usage: medical
2. the artificial maintenance of circulation of blood in an organ or tissue
Usage: medical; surgical

Examples

• The doctor checked the patient’s tissue perfusion after surgery.
• Poor perfusion to the extremities can cause numbness and tingling.
• The heart-lung machine maintained perfusion during the cardiac procedure.
• Researchers studied brain perfusion using advanced imaging techniques.
• The transplant team worked to restore perfusion to the donated organ.
• Adequate perfusion is essential for wound healing.
• The medication improved perfusion to the affected area.