Preferred Label : Continuous Intravenous Infusion;
NCIt synonyms : CIV;
NCIt definition : A route of administration of a fluid drug form into a vein or veins, over a time duration
of equal to or more than 24 hours. Method allows to maintain steady state plasma/serum
medication levels, a smaller total daily dose of drug to achieve the same pharmacodynamic
endpoint in comparison with intermittent or bolus infusion, and may result in lower
toxicity. The method has a positive impact on health-care costs.;
Origin ID : C38196;
UMLS CUI : C1511497;
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