FDA alerts of Baxter infusion pump issue
The Food and Drug Administration July 22 released an early alert for Novum IQ large volume infusion pumps by Baxter. The company stated that the pump has potential for underinfusion when transitioning to a higher flow rate. The FDA said Baxter has reported 79 serious injuries and two deaths associated with the issue as of June 27.
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