title: [Electric infusion devices: criteria of choice and comparative analysis of 45 models available in France].
abstract: This study compared 45 electric infusion devices, either constant flow pumps or syringe pumps, available in France. These devices were tested for start-up delay, time to alarm following occlusion, bolus following occlusion, accuracy of flow rate and pressure output. Ergonomic, environmental and various technical criteria such as safety in continuous perfusion, correct positioning of infusion sets, air in line and end of perfusion detection were also considered. Users can compare these devices in easy to read tables. The newest devices include systems improving the quality of flow.
authors.affiliation: Département d'Anesthésie-Réanimation, Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades, Paris.
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Cazalaà
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Fougère
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Barrier
mesh_terms: D006804:Ergonomics; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005602:France; D006801:Humans; D007260:Infusion Pumps
vernacular_title: Appareils électriques de perfusion: critères de choix et analyse comparative de 45 modèles disponibles en France.