Table 2 Pressures encountered at different flow rates across the three devices tested
From: Comparison of flow pressures in different 3-way infusion devices: an in-vitro study
Mean pressure (mmHg) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Flow rate (ml/hr) | 3-way with anti-siphon valves A | 3-way without valves B | Serial extension sets C |
10 | 178.7 ± 6 | 36.7 ± 1 | 32.7 ± 1 |
20 | 183.7 ± 7 | 37.0 ± 1 | 32.7 ± 1 |
30 | 185.7 ± 6 | 37.3 ± 1 | 32.7 ± 1 |
40 | 187.3 ± 5 | 37.3 ± 1 | 32.7 ± 1 |
50 | 189.7 ± 4 | 37.3 ± 1 | 32.7 ± 1 |
100 | 199.0 ± 1 | 38.7 ± 1 | 33.0 ± 1 |
400 | 243.3 ± 33 | 44.3 ± 1 | 35.7 ± 1 |