Therefore,these pumps were replaced at the time of catheter revision. Three CP patients with anticipated pump end-of-battery life scheduled pump replacements during school break. Simultaneously ...

A progressive disease such as multiple sclerosis might be better managed using an intervention that can escalate as the disease advances, such as an intrathecal baclofen pump. The areas of the ...

While this is a fun, satisfying sight to behold, it's unfortunately temporary. Known as a muscle pump, this type of instant muscle growth occurs for a reason. But does it actually have any ...

The January/February 2025 issue of World Pumps magazine is out with feature articles on the circular economy, digital twin research, and advancements in medical pumps. Dr Kristian Müller-Niehuus, ...

A penis pump can help treat erectile dysfunction (ED) by using negative air pressure to increase blood flow in the penis and create an erection. Also known as a vacuum pump or vacuum erection device, ...

The GABAergic drug baclofen and the cholinergic drug physostigmine were administered to patients with upbeat and downbeat nystagmus. Baclofen (orally, 5 mg three times daily) reduced nystagmus slow ...

It is important for all presentations to specifically check if any new medications have been added or discontinued. Each CAYP should also be checked for an implanted device (deep brain stimulator or ...

Both catheter and wireless oesophageal pH monitoring allow for the quantification ... Box 2: Recent treatment advances for persistent heartburn while on treatment with proton pump inhibitors Baclofen, ...

Incontinence is defined as the involuntary leakage of urine from the bladder. Incontinence can affect both men and women in any age group but is more common in women and the elderly. As the population ...

The complication rate for cystostomy (surgical procedure for insertion of a suprapubic catheter (SPC)) ranges from 1.6% to 2.4%. The first few catheter changes after the initial SPC insertion should ...

The pump and biotelemetry transmitter device were then implanted subcutaneously. The pump catheter was trimmed to 0.5 cm for subcutaneous drug delivery, while the telemeter catheter was tunneled ...