Infusions, Intraosseous
| Definition: |
The adminstration of medication or fluid through a needle directly into the bone marrow. The technique is especially useful in the management of pediatric emergencies when intravenous access to the systemic circulation is difficult. |
| Notes: |
admin of drugs or fluids via needle directly into bone marrow; do not use /util except by MeSH definition |
| Previously Indexed: |
Infusions, Parenteral (1976-1992) |
Infusions, Intraosseous Definitions and Terms
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