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ArticleFuture science OA2025

Comparing setup time and patient preferences for SCIg therapy: a head-to-head cross-sectional evaluation of two SC pumps.

Brent Rutland, Suzanne Strasters, Jasmin Bosshard

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Article in Future science OA, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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5 · Who and what money

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3 authors.

Brent RutlandMedical Affairs, KORU Medical Systems, Mahwah, NJ, USA.
Suzanne StrastersMedical Affairs, KORU Medical Systems, Mahwah, NJ, USA.
Jasmin BosshardMedical Affairs, KORU Medical Systems, Mahwah, NJ, USA.ORCID 0009-0005-9942-8270

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThis study compares the setup time and steps of two different subcutaneous infusion pumps using a 50 mL prefilled syringe (or PFS).

methodsThis cross-sectional time and motion assessment followed by a survey gathered patient setup time, number of steps, and surveyed preference for the FREEDOM60

results89% reported faster setup times with the Pump A infusion system, resulting in time efficiency improvements. Fast and easy setup, portability, and minimal steps were highly valued and influenced patient satisfaction. Challenges included pump malfunction and complex setup. Patients preferred prefilled syringes due to ease and potential error reduction. Fast setup time was important for arthritis management, reducing stress, work accommodation, and caregiver assistance.

conclusionA significant majority (78%) of patients preferred Pump A over Pump B. It showed advantages in load/unload setup time, resulting in time savings and increased efficiency for SCIg therapy. Incorporating Pump A may enhance treatment adherence and satisfaction, improving outcomes in primary immunodeficiency (PID) management.

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Drug deliveryimmunotherapyinfusion pumppatient preferencesubcutaneous infusion

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PMID40530995
PMCPMC12184102

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