Designing of an IoT-enabled syringe pump with remote monitoring features

Abstract

Syringe Pump is an essential medical device widely used in healthcare settings for the precise and controlled administration of medications, or therapeutic agents to patients continuously via intravenous infusion, particularly in small volumes. However, traditional syringe pumps require constant monitoring by healthcare professionals to ensure accurate delivery, which poses significant risks in situations where interruptions occur or caregiver availability is limited, such as during pandemics and the midst of war. This article presents an innovative IoT-enabled smart syringe pump to address the limitations of conventional syringe pumps by integrating remote monitoring features. The proposed device combines a syringe pump motor mechanism with ESP32 WRoom microcontroller, facilitating a customized operational process and an enhanced alerting system. The implementation of this IoT-enabled solution is pivotal in meeting the specific requirements of syringe pump operations while ensuring seamless functionality. This paper details the design process and establishment of wireless communication for real-time device performance monitoring. Ultimately, the IoT-enabled smart syringe pump represents a significant step towards enhancing medication delivery efficiency, and significantly enhancing patient safety and recovery outcomes in diverse healthcare environments.