The simple IV giving set | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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The humble giving set.  Simple in its design, low cost, readily available and frequently used. For many, it is quite simply a lifesaver!

In modern-day medical practice, intravenous1 (IV) giving sets are regularly used to provide fluid therapy, to administer medicines,  and blood products (e.g., blood & platelets).  This practice is called infusion therapy.  Most sets work by using gravity, often called gravity infusion.

Today, for clinicians and patients the use of such therapy is considered standard practice. Back in the 19th century, however, things were very different...

The Early Beginnings

Back in 1830, prior to intravenous fluid therapy and the discovery of its benefits, the humble giving set knew no real existence.