More Efficient and Future-proof Infusion Therapy
This public-private partnership between Katara Care and Radboudumc (IQ Health), supported by Health Innovation Labs, aims to improve infusion therapy in hospitals. Building on the earlier development of the innovative Ivy Duo+ infusion pump, the project conducts a structured baseline measurement (0-measurement) to ensure that further technological development aligns with real clinical practice and healthcare professionals’ needs.
Infusion therapy is one of the most frequently used treatments in hospitals worldwide, with millions of infusions administered annually. However, infusion technology has seen limited innovation in recent years. Conventional infusion pumps generate frequent alarms and contribute substantially to nursing workload. At a time when healthcare systems face increasing staff shortages and rising care demands, reducing inefficiencies and unnecessary alarm burden is essential. Even small improvements in workflow efficiency can significantly impact quality of care, patient safety, and workforce sustainability.
This project investigates where time is currently spent in infusion-related workflows, where inefficiencies occur, and how alarm management affects daily clinical practice. A structured 0-measurement will be conducted at the Orthopedics and Nephrology departments of Radboudumc. The approach includes workflow analysis, user feedback, and review of European hospital procurement requirements. Insights from these activities will be used to refine the functional and usability requirements of the Ivy Duo+, ensuring optimal clinical applicability and alignment with real-world hospital environments.
The main deliverables include a comprehensive analysis of current infusion workflows, quantified insights into alarm burden and time expenditure, and a validated set of clinical and technical requirements for the Ivy Duo+. These outcomes will support the advancement of the technology to a higher readiness level and lay the foundation for infusion solutions that reduce nursing workload, improve efficiency, and better address the growing challenges within healthcare systems.
