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B.Sc. Cardiopulmonary Perfusion Technology (CPPCT)

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B.Sc. Cardiopulmonary Perfusion Technology (CPPCT)

(Allied Health Sciences – SIMSAR)

Department of Cardiopulmonary Perfusion Technology

The Department of Cardiopulmonary Perfusion Technology at SIMSAR prepares students for one of the most specialized and critical roles in modern healthcare. Perfusionists are essential members of the cardiac surgical team, responsible for managing the heart-lung machine and supporting life functions during open-heart surgeries and other complex procedures.

The department offers a rigorous blend of medical sciences, perfusion principles, simulation-based training, and hands-on clinical exposure in major cardiac care hospitals. Students receive in-depth knowledge of extracorporeal circulation, biomedical equipment, cardiopulmonary physiology, and emergency patient management—all taught by experienced faculty and perfusion experts.

About The Course

B.Sc. Cardiopulmonary Perfusion Technology is a specialized 3-year degree program that trains students to operate and manage the heart-lung bypass machine during surgeries such as:

Students learn:

  • Open-heart surgery
  • Valve replacements
  • Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
  • Pediatric cardiac surgeries
  • Lung surgeries

ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation)

Students learn to maintain circulatory and respiratory functions, manage perfusion equipment, and ensure patient safety during critical procedures.

Students learn:

  • Heart-Lung Machine Operations
  • Extracorporeal Circulation Techniques
  • Cardiopulmonary Physiology
  • Perfusion Procedures & Protocols
  • ECMO Management
  • Blood Gas Analysis
  • Invasive Monitoring
  • ICU & Critical Care Support
  • Medical Ethics & Patient Care

This course shapes confident and highly skilled perfusion technologists, ready to work in life-saving environments.

Curriculum Overview

Year 1
Medical Foundations
  • Human Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Basics of Cardiopulmonary System
  • Microbiology
  • Fundamentals of Extracorporeal Circulation
  • Practical: Basic monitoring, sterile techniques, physiology lab
Year 2
Core Perfusion Concepts
  • Applied Cardiac Physiology
  • Perfusion Technology – I
  • Cardiac Pathology
  • Pharmacology for Perfusionists
  • Biomedical Engineering Basics
  • Blood Conservation Techniques
  • Practical: Cannulation principles, perfusion circuits, hemodynamic monitoring
Year 3
Advanced Perfusion Technology
  • Perfusion Technology – II
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • ECMO & Advanced Life Support
  • Critical Care Technology
  • Monitoring & Blood Gas Interpretation
  • Internship / Clinical Postings
  • Practical: CPB machine operation, ECMO demos, ICU postings
Internship
Compulsory Internship
  • Students undergo structured clinical postings in:
  • Cardiac Operation Theatres
  • Heart-Lung Perfusion Units
  • Paediatric Cardiology & Surgery
  • ECMO & Critical Care Units
  • Perfusion Simulation Labs
  • Post-operative Cardiac ICUs

During internship, students get opportunities to assist in real-time bypass procedures, gaining hands-on confidence.

Career Scopes

Perfusion technology graduates are among the most sought-after allied health professionals due to the specialized nature of their role.

Career Roles
  • Perfusionist
  • ECMO Specialist
  • Clinical Perfusion Technologist
  • Cardiac ICU Technologist
  • Cardiothoracic OT Technologist
  • Research Coordinator in cardiac sciences
  • Application Specialist in medical device companies
Employment Sectors
  • Super-speciality cardiac hospitals
  • Multi-specialty hospitals
  • Paediatric cardiac centres
  • ECMO units
  • Emergency & trauma care hospitals
  • Medical research institutions

Perfusionists often work closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, anaesthesiologists, and critical care teams.

Cardiopulmonary Perfusion Technologists have excellent global prospects, as most countries face a shortage of trained perfusion professionals.

Top Countries Hiring

  • USA
  • UK
  • Canada
  • Germany
  • Australia
  • UAE & Middle East

Why Perfusionists Are in High Demand

  • Need for highly skilled extracorporeal circulation experts
  • Increase in cardiac and lung surgeries
  • Advanced ECMO utilisation worldwide
  • Very limited number of trained perfusion professionals

Pathways Abroad

  • International Perfusion Certification
  • Higher studies (M.Sc. Perfusion Technology)
  • Clinical Fellowship Programs
  • Direct recruitment to international centres
  • Specialization in ECMO & Artificial Organ Support Systems

Labs & Facilities

The Cardiopulmonary Technology Lab provides specialized training for Perfusion and Cardiac Technology students, focusing on cardiovascular diagnostics, respiratory support, and extracorporeal circulation.

Key Facilities

  • Heart-Lung Machine (CPB) Simulation
  • ECMO Demonstration Setup
  • ECG, Holter & TMT Testing Units
  • Echocardiography Training Modules
  • Oxygenators & Perfusion Circuits
  • Blood Gas Analysis Demonstration Unit
  • Critical Care Monitoring Systems

Practical Training Includes

  • Perfusion circuit setup & priming
  • CPB machine operation (simulation)
  • ECG interpretation & rhythm analysis
  • Treadmill testing (TMT) protocols
  • Cath Lab procedure demonstration
  • Respiratory monitoring & ICU-based care

Students gain specialized skills essential for cardiac surgery and life-support systems.