Elastomeric Infusion Pumps
An elastomeric pump is a disposable one-time use device for a continuous infusion, often used for medications such as:
- Antibiotics
- Chemotherapeutic agents
- Anesthetics
- Analgesics
Uses of Elastomeric Pump & How Is It Used >>
Continuous Ambulatory Delivery Device– a CADD® pump is an infusion pump that you may see at the bedside at a hospital.
It is a reusable medical device that can be programmed to deliver continuous infusion as well as bolus doses for pain management. The patient may be allowed to control when and how often they get a dose of their medication
This pump may be helpful in painful diseases such as pancreatitis, sickle cell anemia or may be used to help ease pain after surgery or ease suffering in end-of-life care (hospice).
Read More: Patient-Controlled Analgesia Pumps
