Multi-infusion setups in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) a mass transport evaluation and graphical user interface...

Area of Science:

• Neonatal Intensive Care
• Pharmacological Therapies
• Fluid Dynamics

Background:

• Critically ill neonates require complex therapies via small vascular accesses.
• Simultaneous administration of multiple solutions (multi-infusion) poses fluid dynamic and safety challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze infusion line performance, focusing on transit times and concentration profiles.
• To develop a predictive software tool and educational interface for clinical scenarios.

Main Methods:

• Implemented a software tool to simulate and predict solute transport under various infusion settings.
• Developed a graphical user interface for real-time visualization of fluid dynamics.
• Enabled input of patient-specific details and infusion parameters for simulation.

Main Results:

• The software predicts concentration profiles and transit times for different infusion settings.
• The graphical user interface provides real-time visualization of fluid dynamics.
• The tool facilitates pre-emptive simulation and comparison of clinical scenarios.

Conclusions:

• The developed tool enhances clinical awareness and understanding of multi-infusion systems.
• It optimizes the management of complex infusion setups in neonatal care.
• Supports more accurate planning and improves safety in neonatal intensive care units.