Design Theory of Closed System Drug Transfer Devices
Recent surveys have shown that traditional vial-to-syringe technique is one of the riskiest modes of occupational exposure to hazardous drugs.
Vial over-pressurization can lead to spraying and leakage.
These sprays and spills are frequently unnoticed, which may result in exposure of contaminated finished products to staff and patients in healthcare centers.
Closed System Drug Transfer Devices are special protective devices, designed to reduce the risk of occupational exposure.
They provide a safer system for administrators to reconstitute and transfer hazardous drugs from manufacturers drug container to the patient specific equipment while operating patients.
These have closed cabinets which prevent spills, leakages during the preparation, administration and disposal of these drugs.
Various types of drug transfer devices have already entered into the market and have made success in delivering effective results.
They include a complete line of closed, vial and bag access products for safe preparation, transfer and administration of hazardous substances.
They also assure protection through the entire spectrum of hazardous drug delivery.
Genie, designed by ICU Medical System is a closed, needle-free, vial-access device that automatically equalizes vial pressure.
When the desired amount of drug is taken out from vial, the genie balloon automatically inflate to equalize the pressure thereby reducing aerosols, vapors and leaks caused by pressurization of vials.
Similar systems having dual-venting feature to enhance the equalization of vial pressure and automatically self-seals when disconnected, have been already designed.
There are various guidelines on the effective way of usage of these devices, which must be followed by nurses and practitioners in healthcare centers.
Thesedevices should always be used with in a ventilated cabinet while following appropriate personal protective equipment and work practices.
Staff members should be properly instructed and observed regularly while using these devices.
In addition, system failure reports should be immediately reported by all users including pharmacy and nursing, to the manufacturer.
Presently, use of Closed System Drug Transfer Devices has been the strategy employed by healthcare centers, to minimize the risk of exposure to hazardous drugs.
However, the consistent and proper usage of these systems is paramount in ensuring containment.
Vial over-pressurization can lead to spraying and leakage.
These sprays and spills are frequently unnoticed, which may result in exposure of contaminated finished products to staff and patients in healthcare centers.
Closed System Drug Transfer Devices are special protective devices, designed to reduce the risk of occupational exposure.
They provide a safer system for administrators to reconstitute and transfer hazardous drugs from manufacturers drug container to the patient specific equipment while operating patients.
These have closed cabinets which prevent spills, leakages during the preparation, administration and disposal of these drugs.
Various types of drug transfer devices have already entered into the market and have made success in delivering effective results.
They include a complete line of closed, vial and bag access products for safe preparation, transfer and administration of hazardous substances.
They also assure protection through the entire spectrum of hazardous drug delivery.
Genie, designed by ICU Medical System is a closed, needle-free, vial-access device that automatically equalizes vial pressure.
When the desired amount of drug is taken out from vial, the genie balloon automatically inflate to equalize the pressure thereby reducing aerosols, vapors and leaks caused by pressurization of vials.
Similar systems having dual-venting feature to enhance the equalization of vial pressure and automatically self-seals when disconnected, have been already designed.
There are various guidelines on the effective way of usage of these devices, which must be followed by nurses and practitioners in healthcare centers.
Thesedevices should always be used with in a ventilated cabinet while following appropriate personal protective equipment and work practices.
Staff members should be properly instructed and observed regularly while using these devices.
In addition, system failure reports should be immediately reported by all users including pharmacy and nursing, to the manufacturer.
Presently, use of Closed System Drug Transfer Devices has been the strategy employed by healthcare centers, to minimize the risk of exposure to hazardous drugs.
However, the consistent and proper usage of these systems is paramount in ensuring containment.
