Results for tag: "Smart Syringe Pumps"

Smart syringe pumps are specialized medical devices used to deliver precise volumes of medications, nutrients, and other fluids to patients through intravenous (IV), subcutaneous, arterial, and epidural infusion routes. Within the context of infusions and injectables, these devices play a crucial role in the administration of treatments by ensuring accurate dosages and flow rates, which can be critical for patient safety and therapeutic effectiveness. They are commonly utilized in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and home care. These pumps have advanced features such as programmable doses, drug libraries, and connectivity options that allow for integration with hospital information systems. Smart syringe pumps have been integrated into patient care protocols for a wide range of applications, including anesthesia, chemotherapy, hydration therapy, and pain management. Innovations in this field are focused on enhancing patient safety through features like dose error reduction software, anti-free-flow mechanisms, and drug interaction alerts. Some companies that are active in the smart syringe pumps market include Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), B. Braun Melsungen AG, Terumo Corporation, Smiths Medical, Baxter International, Fresenius Kabi, and Medtronic. These firms are engaged in the development, manufacture, and distribution of smart syringe pumps along with providing supportive services and educational resources for healthcare professionals. Show Less Read more