External infusion device with remote programming, bolus estimator and/or vibration alarm capabilities
US6872200B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 27, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S128/903
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An infusion system for infusing a liquid into a body includes an external infusion device and a remote commander. The external infusion device includes a housing, a receiver, a processor and an indication device. The receiver is coupled to the housing and for receiving remotely generated commands. The processor is coupled to the housing and the receiver to receive remotely generated commands and to control the external infusion device in accordance with the commands. The indication device indicates when a command has been received and indicates when the command is being utilized to control the external infusion device so that the external infusion device is capable of being concealed from view when being remotely commanded. The remote commander includes a commander housing, a keypad for transmitting commands, and a transmitter for transmitting commands to the receiver of the external infusion device.
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