In recent years, the development of infusion devices has made it possible to deliver certain treatments outside the hospital setting, supporting continuity of therapy and improving the patient experience.
Elastomeric pumps are among the solutions that have made this evolution possible.
What Are Elastomeric Pumps?
Elastomeric pumps are single-use devices designed to deliver a solution at a predetermined flow rate, without the use of batteries or an electrical power supply.
Their operation is based on an elastomeric reservoir which, once filled, applies constant pressure to the solution, allowing it to be infused through a microcapillary or calibrated flow restrictor designed to maintain the most stable flow rate possible over time.
The pumps are available with different fill volumes and infusion rates, enabling them to adapt to various treatment protocols. Performance may be affected by factors such as temperature, solution viscosity and correct positioning of the flow restrictor, all of which are taken into account in clinical practice.
Elastomeric Pumps: Clinical Use and Therapeutic Continuity
The use of elastomeric pumps makes it possible to deliver these treatments without requiring the patient to remain in hospital for the entire duration of the infusion.
The device is generally connected to central venous access, such as a PICC, a Port or another central venous catheter, ensuring continuous delivery according to the prescribed treatment plan.
Once correct activation of the system has been verified, the patient can continue therapy at home, maintaining a good level of independence in daily activities and reducing visits to the healthcare facility.
In this way, elastomeric pumps support continuity of care while maintaining high standards of assistance even outside the hospital setting.
The Benefits of Elastomeric Pumps in Home Care Management
The use of elastomeric pumps in the home care setting offers numerous organisational and care-related benefits.
The main advantages include:
- continuità della terapia secondo i tempi previsti dal protocollo;
- riduzione della permanenza in ospedale quando clinicamente appropriato;
- maggiore autonomia del paziente durante il trattamento;
- dispositivo leggero, silenzioso e privo di alimentazione elettrica;
- semplificazione della gestione infusionale anche a domicilio.
These aspects help make the treatment pathway more sustainable for both patients and healthcare facilities, without compromising the quality of care.
It should be noted that the effectiveness of infusion therapy also depends on the correct use of the device. Pump preparation, filling, removal of air from the circuit, connection to the vascular access device and infusion monitoring must be carried out in accordance with the required procedures and by appropriately trained personnel. It is also important that patients and caregivers receive practical guidance on pump management, correct positioning of the flow restrictor and how to recognise any abnormalities during infusion.
Numantec Group Elastomeric Pumps
The Numantec Group offers a range of elastomeric pumps designed to ensure continuous and reliable delivery of infusion therapies, meeting the needs of both hospital and home-based clinical practice.
Developed to combine accuracy, ease of use and reliability, Numantec solutions support healthcare professionals in the management of oncology therapies and help make the care pathway more efficient, promoting continuity of therapy and improving the patient experience, including during home-based treatment.
