BD and CareFusion 303 are removing certain Alaris pump infusion sets that are compatible with the Alaris Pump Module Model 8100. Continued testing showed that the performance previously claimed for some sets was overestimated, particularly sets with restrictive components such as closed male luers, filters, check valves, Y-sites and microbore tubing.<\/p>\n
Deviations were seen most often at programmed rates below 1 mL\/h and for boluses of 5 mL or less. The possible effects are under-infusion or over-infusion, delayed occlusion alarms and inaccurate bolus doses, which can be hard for clinicians to spot. Neonates, children and critically ill patients are the most exposed. BD reported no serious injuries or deaths as of its August 19, 2026 customer letter.<\/p>\n
Why it matters:<\/strong> the pump and the set work as a system. Accuracy at very low flow rates is exactly where a periodic, independent check of the delivered flow is most valuable.<\/p>\n