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Continuous drug delivery by an implantable pump.

R E Harbaugh, T M Reeder

    The American Journal of Hospice Care
    |January 5, 1985
    PubMed
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    Implantable infusion pumps provide reliable drug delivery for patients needing continuous medication, improving comfort and therapeutic outcomes. This technology is becoming increasingly important for hospice care professionals.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Devices
    • Pharmacology
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Continuous drug infusion via implantable systems offers unique benefits over other delivery methods.
    • These systems are crucial for patients requiring frequent injections, stable drug levels, or high local concentrations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the advantages and growing importance of implantable infusion systems in patient care.
    • To inform hospice care professionals about the mechanism and applications of these devices.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical trials demonstrating the reliability and patient tolerance of implantable pumps.
    • Discussion of current and emerging applications in various medical settings.

    Main Results:

    • Implantable pumps ensure patient compliance, comfort, and enhanced therapeutic responses.
    • Numerous clinical trials confirm the reliability and good patient tolerance of this drug delivery method.

    Conclusions:

    • Implantable infusion systems are a reliable and well-tolerated drug delivery method.
    • Their use, particularly for regional chemotherapy and intraspinal narcotics in hospice care, is expanding.
    • The technology aligns with hospice philosophy by enabling optimal care outside a hospital setting.

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