Infusion Pumps: need and importance in the healthcare industry
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The infusion pump is a device that regulates the flow of liquids into a patient's body. The pump enables liquid to be dispensed in large and small quantities. The pump is used to deliver both nutrients and medication to the patient's body. Infusion pumps are used regularly to deliver critical fluids, including high-risk medication. Pump failures can have a significant impact on patient safety.
The global market for infusion pumps based on the application included segmented chemotherapy, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders and pediatrics. Among the applications, the diabetes segment is expected to grow fastest in the forecast period due to the increasing number of diabetics worldwide.
The market for infusion pumps is expected to grow significantly due to factors such as the increasing incidence of chronic diseases, the increasing number of surgical procedures performed and the growing geriatric population. In addition, increasing medical tourism in developing countries is expected to have a positive impact on the growth of the infusion pump market in the coming years.
Some of the leading players in the infusion pump market are BD, B. Braun Melsungen AG, Terumo, F. Hoffmann-La Roche, Medtronic, Baxter International, Smith Medical, Moog ICU Medical and Insulet.