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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare delivery
    • Patient safety
    • Infusion therapy

    Background:

    • Infusion therapies are increasingly administered outside traditional hospital settings.
    • Community-based infusion care includes total parenteral nutrition, chemotherapy, and antimicrobial treatments.
    • This trend aligns with patient needs and lifestyle preferences.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the growing trend of community-based infusion therapies.
    • To underscore the potential implications for patient care and safety.
    • To emphasize the need for vigilance in non-hospital settings.

    Main Methods:

    • This is a conceptual overview, not an empirical study.
    • Analysis of current trends in healthcare delivery for infusion therapies.
    • Review of patient care and safety considerations in community settings.

    Main Results:

    • A significant number of patients now receive infusion therapies in community settings, including their homes.
    • The delivery of therapies like parenteral nutrition, chemotherapy, and antimicrobials in the community is expanding.
    • This shift presents both opportunities for patient convenience and challenges for safety.

    Conclusions:

    • The decentralization of infusion therapy delivery necessitates a focus on maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
    • Healthcare providers must adapt protocols to ensure safe and effective treatment outside hospitals.
    • Continuous evaluation of patient outcomes and safety measures in community settings is crucial.