The use of continuous subcutaneous infusion of drugs using the repeated filling of elastomeric infuser pumps (EIP) has gained clinical recognition for palliative care at home. However, to date, there has been a notable absence of research examining the cost implications associated with the repeated EIP filling procedure. We aimed to evaluate the cost associated to the repeated filling of EIP used in a home-based palliative care team.
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