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Methods and apparatuses for detecting occlusions in an ambulatory infusion pump

  • US 20080221523A1
  • Filed: 04/28/2008
  • Published: 09/11/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/29/1998
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. An occlusion detection system for detecting an occlusion in an infusion pump having a drive mechanism that includes a motor and one or more drive train components, the occlusion detection system comprising:

  • means for measuring a first parameter associated with the motor or one of the drive train components;

    means for measuring a second parameter associated with the motor or one of the drive train components;

    means for combining the first parameter with the second parameter to create a first combined value; and

    means for determining whether an occlusion has occurred in the infusion pump by using the first combined value.

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