Syringe pump malfunction.
An electronic syringe pump accidentally delivered a solution of buprenorphine at an accelerated rate. Following an extensive investigation by the manufacturers, this malfunction was attributed to a short circuit in the electronic control system by a particle of extraneous conductive material within the unit.
D000328:Adult; D002047:Buprenorphine / Q000008:administration & dosage; D004582:Electronics, Medical; D006801:Humans; D007263:Infusions, Parenteral / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000295:instrumentation; D008297:Male; D008508:Medication Errors; D013594:Syringes; D013997:Time Factors
D002047:Buprenorphine