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Infusion Set and Infusion Site Problems
| Problem | % |
|---|---|
| Infusion set | |
| Kinking | 64.1 |
| Frequent kinking | 12 |
| Blockage | 54.3 |
| Frequent blockage | 9.8 |
| Leakage | 16.3 |
| Infusion site | |
| Lipohypertrophy | 26.1 |
| Site infection | 17.4 |
| Bleeding or bruising | 14.1 |
| Pain or soreness | 9.8 |
| Adhesion problems | 5.4 |
| Irritation or itchiness | 5.4 |
Data are percentages of all subjects reporting problem at some time during pump treatment.
