To see all protocols that comply with the WHO Essential Medicine List 

This resource provides guidance on how to safely undertake the procedure. Institutional practice may vary in accordance with local policy.

Only health care professionals who have attained competency (as per institutional guidelines) should perform this procedure.

Clinical safety note
There are physical and operational differences between different brands of elastomeric infusion systems (elastomeric infusors). Always refer to the operator's manual for a complete list of all warnings and precautions associated with these devices. Flow rates of these devices can be affected by variables such as heat, cold, presence of fever and hypertension. See the ISMP safety alert regarding the rapid infusion of high-dose fluorouracil.

Only healthcare professionals who have attained competency as per institutional guidelines on the safe administration, handling and waste management of cytotoxics, central venous access device care and elastomeric infusion system management should perform this procedure. 

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