Is gravity free flow better than an IV pump for administering vesicant drugs?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18234120
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Abstract

Gravity-based systems are suggested to be more appropriate for vesicant drugs compared to peristaltic pumps due to lower particulate generation, but more research is needed to confirm the safety and efficacy of these methods.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Intravenous Infusion Technology and Safety Safe Handling of Antineoplastic Drugs Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
13 January 2026