McKnight’s Senior Living November 29, 2023
A new drug infusion device could allow seniors suffering from heart conditions to get treatment from a home or long-term care residence instead of a hospital setting.
The small device would work as a modified insulin pump, delivering medication via a needle automatically.
The drug delivery system was safe and effective, researchers stated, with 95% of users reporting no discomfort.
Heart failure is a specific form of cardiovascular disease where the heart muscle becomes too weak to initiate proper blood flow, often resulting in fluid buildup in the lungs or legs, the researchers explained.
Seniors diagnosed with heart failure often will require a hospital stay, 40% of patients with the condition are discharged to a skilled nursing facility, according...
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