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Infusion pump performance in an MR environment.

E J Williams1, Y C Tam, I V Kendall

  • 1Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, UK.

European Journal of Anaesthesiology
|August 24, 1999
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is challenging for critically ill patients. This study tested the IVAC P3000 infusion pump for MRI safety and performance, finding it suitable for use near scanners.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is often contraindicated for critically ill patients due to life support equipment concerns.
  • Limited availability of MRI-compatible medical devices restricts imaging for this vulnerable population.
  • The IVAC P3000 infusion pump is commonly used in critical care settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and performance of the IVAC P3000 infusion pump within a magnetic resonance imaging environment.
  • To assess potential risks including device malfunction, patient safety, and magnetic field interference.
  • To determine the feasibility of using the IVAC P3000 infusion pump during MRI scans of critically ill patients.

Main Methods:

  • The IVAC P3000 infusion pump underwent rigorous testing to assess its compatibility with MRI.

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  • Safety evaluations included assessing the pump's performance under varying magnetic field strengths.
  • Gravimetric tests were conducted to measure any physical effects of the magnetic field on the pump.

    • Main Results:

    • The IVAC P3000 infusion pump operated within acceptable parameters at a static magnetic field of 10 mT.
    • The study addressed and resolved issues related to image quality degradation caused by the pump.
    • Specific measures, such as pump placement, were implemented to mitigate motion artifacts.

    Conclusions:

    • The IVAC P3000 infusion pump demonstrates suitability for use in magnetic resonance imaging environments.
    • This research supports the expanded use of MRI for critically ill patients requiring infusion support.
    • Further validation may enable broader application of MRI in critical care scenarios.