A device, about the size of a pager, that delivers a continuous flow of insulin throughout the day. It can also be used to deliver insulin doses in preparation for meals or at specific times of the days.
a Blackberry sized gadget that delivers a continuous stream of insulin to the blood with a little extra at mealtime
a compact, battery-operated computerized device which contains a small vial of regular insulin
a compact electronic device with an attached infusion set (or tube) that administers a small, steady flow of insulin to a patient throughout the day, known as a "basal rate
a device about the size of a deck of cards that is connected to the body by a thin plastic tube and a needle that is inserted just under the skin of the lower abdomen
a device that pumps insulin continuously through plastic tubing attached to a needle under the skin near the abdomen
a machine about the size of a pager, which automatically injects me with insulin by just pressing a button
a medical device continuously delivering insulin under the skin through a catheter
a miniaturized version of the device you see in hospital movies attached to a pole that meters bags of "liquid stuff" into the patient's I
a neat little gizmo that fits in the palm of your hand (nowadays - they used to be a lot bigger) that delivers insulin under the skin via thin plastic tubing and a small cannula that's inserted under the skin (called an infusion site)
a new age device that is about the size of an audiocassette
an external, battery-powered device that continuously
a pager-sized device that delivers a continuous, variable flow of insulin
a pager-size device that delivers insulin around the clock, much like a healthy pancreas
a pager-sized mechanical device that is worn outside the body, in the same fashion as a pager
a particular programmable, computerized device this delivers a particular steady, commanded dose of insulin throughout the day
a programmable, computerized device that delivers a steady, controlled dose of insulin throughout the day
a small battery-operated device about the size of a pager
a small computerized device that delivers insulin into the body through a thin tube and needle inserted under the skin, usually in the abdomen
a small device about the same size as a pack of cards,
a small device which is about the size of a pager
a small machine that connects to narrow tubing, ending with a needle just under the skin near the abdomen
a small mechanical device, a
a useful device for achieving this control, especially in patients who have a drop in blood
is a portable, battery-operated device that delivers a specific amount of insulin through the abdominal wall. It can be programmed to deliver different doses at different times of the day, according to the body's needs.
A small, computerized, programmable device about the size of a pager that sends a continuous stream of insulin into the bloodstream. It replaces insulin injection.
A portable device for people with diabetes that injects insulin at programmed intervals in order to regulate blood sugar levels. ( 4-19)
Externally worn pump device that continuously delivers programmed amounts of insulin.
A device that delivers a continuous supply of insulin into the body.
A device that delivers a continuous supply of insulin. The insulin is delivered in a steady, measured dose through a system of plastic tubing (infusion set). Most infusion sets are started with a guide needle, then the plastic cannula (a tiny, flexible plastic tube) is left in place, taped with dressing, and the needle is removed.
an insulin-delivering device about the size of a deck of cards that can be worn on a belt or kept in a pocket. An insulin pump connects to narrow, flexible plastic tubing that ends with a needle inserted just under the skin. Users set the pump to give a steady trickle or basal amount of insulin continuously throughout the day. Pumps release bolus doses of insulin (several units at a time) at meals and at times when blood glucose is too high, based on programming done by the user.
A small, computerized, programmable device about the size of a beeper that can be programmed to send a steady stream of insulin into the bloodstream as basal insulin, as well as larger amounts prior to meals as boluses. It replaces insulin injections.
An insulin pump is a medical device used for administering insulin in the treatment of diabetes mellitus.