ICU Medical. has filed a patent for a distributed system that monitors and improves the performance of infusion pumps in a clinical environment. The system includes a server, connectivity adapter, and microservices to ensure timely updates and communication quality. GlobalData’s report on ICU Medical gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on ICU Medical, Wearable infusion devices was a key innovation area identified from patents. ICU Medical's grant share as of January 2024 was 54%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Apparatus for monitoring and updating infusion pump software

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: ICU Medical Inc

The patent application (Publication Number: US20240038358A1) describes an apparatus designed to receive operational software updates and drug library updates from a server and distribute them to multiple infusion pumps used in clinical settings to administer medication to patients. The apparatus is equipped with a processor and memory that enable it to monitor various parameters related to microservices responsible for the device's operation. If any parameter exceeds a set threshold, the apparatus generates a message indicating the issue and transmits it to the server. Additionally, the apparatus can reset the affected microservice to address the problem efficiently.

This innovative apparatus not only facilitates the seamless distribution of software and drug library updates to infusion pumps but also ensures optimal communication performance within the clinical environment. By continuously monitoring key parameters and promptly addressing any deviations from the set thresholds, the apparatus enhances the overall functionality and reliability of the infusion pumps. The ability to detect and report issues in real-time, as well as reset affected microservices, showcases the advanced capabilities of this apparatus in maintaining the smooth operation of medical devices critical for patient care.

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