Patent ID: 8728020
Filing Date: 2014-05-20
Classification: A61M

Abstract:
1. An infusion apparatus comprising: at least a batch container containing an infusion fluid; an infusion line having a first end which is connected to the batch container and a second end which is configured to supply the infusion fluid, the second end of the infusion line being directly connected to a blood withdrawal line or a blood return line; an infusion pump operating on the infusion line and configured for circulation of the infusion fluid from the first end of the infusion line to the second end of the infusion line; a first valve designed to open and close the infusion line between the pump and the second end; a gas-liquid separator arranged in an intermediate tract of the infusion line extending between the infusion pump and the first valve; a vent line having a first end which is connected to the gas-liquid separator and a second discharge end which is opposite the first end, the second discharge end of the vent line being directly connected to an element selected from the group of elements consisting of: a second valve designed to open and close the vent line; a first pressure sensor configured for emitting a first signal indicative of pressure in the intermediate tract; a control unit programmed to: