摘要 |
<p>Apparatus and method for filling, or refilling, the internal reservoir (26) of a medication infusion system (10), wherein filling or refilling is permitted only when a means for injecting medication (108) is properly positioned relative to the reservoir. Prior to filling or refilling, a pressure integrity check can be made to help assure that injected medication enters the reservoir (26) without leakage. Additionally, flushing of a portion or all of the medication reservoir (26) can be accomplished if desired. Medication is introduced to and is stored in the reservoir (26) at a pressure below ambient body pressure.</p> |