infusion
Description
A procedure in which a fluid, other than blood, is introduced into the body through a vein.
For example, infusion can be used to give saline (salt) solution or deliver drugs.
When infusion is used over an extended period of time, it is called continuous infusion.
Also called intravenous infusion.
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