Comparison of flow pressures in different 3-way infusion devices: an in-vitro study

Abstract Background The use of multiple infusions through one cannula is an increasingly common practice in anaesthesia. High pressures in the line often lead to occlusion alarms and pump disconnection. In this study, we aim to determine the pressures generated in common 3-way infusion devices, usin...

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Main Authors: Jonathan Chua, Arun Ratnavadivel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-06-01
Series:Patient Safety in Surgery
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13037-018-0165-1