/************************************************************************ * JavaScript-Daten für Projekt Marketing CD Ecoflacplus. BBraun.com * * Copyright (c) 2003, 2004 by B. Braun Melsungen AG * *----------------------------------------------------------------------* * Development 2003-08, 2004-04 * * by B2A Kassel; mailto:devNOSPAM@b2a.de * * *** Jede Verwendung nur mit ausdrücklicher Genehmigung! *** * * Version: 1.0.2 * * Autor: Koe/bo * * Letzte Bearbeitung: 2004-04-15 10:17 * * durch: Koe * ************************************************************************/ // In My Benchmark vorausgewähltes Kriterium var criterium=0; // In My Benchmark vorausgewählte Produkte var bb_checked = 'Ecoflac'; var other_checked = 'Freeflex'; // Daten var n=0,dta=new Array(); dta[n++]=new Array('id_str', 'EFlg', 'Eigenschaft', 'Function_1', 'neg_Eigenschaft', 'showShort', 'Ecoflac', 'Viaflex', 'Viaflo', 'Freeflex', 'Macoflex', 'Macoflex_N', 'Excel', 'Abbott', 'Ecobag', 'Thai_Otsuka', 'Double_Crane', 'Treeful', 'Clearflex', 'Euromed', 'Otsuka_Vietnam', 'DeltaSelect_bottle', 'DeltaMax', 'Medipur', 'Fresenius_Polen', 'Glass_generic', 'Glass_BBM', 'Polfa_Polen' ); dta[n++]=new Array('PFlg', null, null, null, null, null, true, false, false, true, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false, false ); dta[n++]=new Array('Produkt', null, null, null, null, null, 'Ecoflac® plus', 'Viaflex®', 'Viaflo®', 'Freeflex®', 'Macoflex®','Macoflex® N','Excel®', 'Abbott®', 'Ecobag®', 'Thai Otsuka®', 'Double Crane®', 'Treeful®', 'Clearflex®', 'Euromed®', 'Otsuka® Vietnam', 'PE bottle DeltaSelect', 'DeltaMax®', 'Medipur®', 'PVC-free bag Fresenius, Poland', 'Glass bottle', 'Glass bottle B. Braun', 'Polfa PE bottle Fresenius, Poland' ); // Basic Functions I --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- dta[n++]=new Array('i7_04', false, 'Full container size range available (50, 100, 250, 500, 1000 ml)', 'Size range 50, 100, 250, 500, 1000 ml is available', 'Container not available in full size range', '1', '5', '5', '4', '5', '5', '5', '2', '5', '5', '5', '4', '3', '4', '4', '5', '4', '5', '2', '4', '5', '5', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_01', false, 'Port can be handled with gloves', 'Handling of port with gloves is possible', 'Difficult to handle with gloves', '1', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '2', '4', '2', '3', '2', '4', '4', '4', '3', '3', '3', '3', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_00', false, 'Port is latex-free', 'Latex-free', 'Port is not latex-free, latex can cause allergies for the users and harm patients (when the port is punctured, small particles may get into the IV solution)', '1', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '1', '0', '1', '0', '5', '0', '0', '0', '5', '5', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i3_00', false, 'Container has no sharp edges, avoids injuries', 'No sharp edges in order to avoid injuries', 'Sharp edges on container may cause injuries', '1', '4', '5', '3', '5', '5', '5', '4', '5', '4', '4', '4', '4', '2', '4', '3', '4', '5', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_02', false, 'Medication port exists and withstands coring (no particles are punched out)', 'Medication port resists coring (no emission of particals)', 'Medication port is not stable when punctured (particles are punched out into IV solution)', '1', '4', '5', '3', '4', '5', '4', '4', '5', '5', '1', '1', '1', '3', '1', '1', '1', '4', '1', '4', '1', '1', '1' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_03', false, 'Container is leak tight', 'Entire container does not leak', 'Container not leak tight', '1', '3', '3', '2', '4', '3', '4', '2', '3', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '5', '5', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_04', false, 'Ease of connection, disconnection of port to IV set, strong holding forces', 'Ease of connection, disconnecting, strong holding force', 'IV set connection, disconnection to port difficult, no strong holding force', '1', '4', '2', '2', '3', '2', '2', '3', '3', '4', '4', '3', '2', '2', '4', '4', '4', '2', '4', '3', '4', '4', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i3_02', false, 'Suitable for pneumatic tubing (mainly relevant for US market)', 'Is working with pneumatic tubing', 'Not suitable for pneumatic tubing', '0', '3', '4', '3', '3', '4', '3', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '1', '1', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_02', false, 'Steady drainage rate', 'Constant drainage rate', 'Drainage rate not steady', '1', '3', '5', '4', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '4', '5', '3', '4', '2', '3', '3', '5', '2', '5', '1', '1', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i7_05', false, 'Container dimensions and shape are established in the market', 'Acceptance of dimensions and shape in the market', 'Container dimensions and shape are not accepted in the market', '0', '4', '5', '4', '4', '5', '4', '4', '5', '4', '3', '3', '4', '2', '3', '4', '4', '3', '2', '4', '5', '5', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_03', false, 'Reliable piggy-back performance (mainly relevant for US market)', 'Reliable piggy-back performance', 'No reliable piggy-back performance (mainly relevant for US market)', '1', '1', '5', '4', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '1', '4', '1', '4', '1', '1', '1', '5', '1', '5', '1', '1', '1' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_05', false, 'Container has minimal residual volume', 'Container has a minimal residual volume', 'Container has a high minimal residual volume', '1', '2', '5', '4', '3', '5', '3', '3', '4', '3', '2', '3', '2', '2', '2', '2', '2', '4', '2', '2', '3', '3', '1' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_06', false, 'Medication port exists and resealing well', 'Medication port does reseal', 'Medication port does not reseal efficiently', '1', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '5', '1', '1', '1', '4', '1', '1', '1', '4', '1', '1', '1', '1', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_04', false, 'Container withstands pressure of standard pressure cuffs', 'Container withstands pressure in standard pressure cuffs', 'Container does not withstand pressure in standard pressure cuffs', '1', '2', '5', '2', '5', '5', '5', '4', '5', '4', '4', '4', '1', '2', '3', '2', '2', '4', '4', '4', '1', '1', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_05', false, 'Compatible with pressure infusion chamber', 'Possibility to use for pression infusion chamber', 'Not compatible for pressure infusion chamber', '1', '1', '5', '2', '5', '5', '5', '4', '5', '3', '1', '3', '1', '2', '1', '1', '1', '5', '2', '5', '1', '1', '1' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_06', false, 'Suitable for addition of medication volumes (drug admixture)', 'Ability to add medications volume', 'Not suitable for addition of medication volumes (drug admixture)', '1', '4', '5', '4', '4', '5', '4', '4', '5', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '3', '2', '4', '2', '2', '1' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i2_00', false, 'Container material compatible with major drugs ', 'Good drug compatibility with solutions (no interactions)', 'Container material not compatible with major drugs ', '1', '5', '2', '4', '5', '2', '5', '5', '2', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i2_01', false, 'Wide range of solution types available', 'Wide range of solutions is available', 'Only limited range of solution types available', '1', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '5', '4', '5', '4', '4', '2', '3', '5', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '5', '5', '4' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_07', false, 'Compatible with spikes of major suppliers', 'Compatible with spikes of major suppliers', 'Not compatible with spikes of major suppliers', '1', '4', '3', '2', '4', '3', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_08', false, 'Sterile ports', 'Sterile ports', 'Ports not sterile', '1', '3', '3', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '3', '5', '2', '2', '1', '2', '1', '3', '3', '3', '3', '1', '1', '1', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i4_00', false, 'Label is permanent under typical handling conditions', 'Labels is permanent under typical handling conditions', 'Labels are not permanent under typical handling conditions', '1', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '1', '4', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i2_02', false, 'Good transparency of container material', 'Transparency ', 'Container material not fully transparent', '1', '3', '5', '4', '5', '5', '5', '5', '3', '5', '3', '5', '4', '2', '3', '3', '3', '5', '3', '5', '5', '5', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_09', false, 'Compatible with vial connection devices', 'Is working with vial connection devices', 'Not compatible with vial connection devices', '1', '1', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '3', '3', '1', '1', '1', '1', '4', '1', '1', '1', '5', '1', '5', '1', '1', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i2_03', false, 'Container withstands freezing', 'Possibility to freeze the container without damage', 'Container may be damaged when frozen ', '0', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '1', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '2', '2', '4' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_09', false, 'Container integrity in all climate zones (0°C to +48°C)', 'Container Integrity 0°C - 48°C in all climate zones', 'Container does not withstand all climate conditions (0°C - 48°C)', '1', '5', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '5', '4', '2', '4', '4', '5', '4', '5', '5', '4', '5', '5', '5' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_10', false, 'Heat resistant in warming cabinets', 'Heat resistant for warming cabinets', 'Not heat resistant in warming cabinets', '1', '5', '3', '5', '5', '3', '5', '5', '3', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5' ); // Basic Functions II -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- dta[n++]=new Array('i1_00', false, 'Easy to hang', 'Easy to hang to a hook', 'Not convenient to hang to a hook', '1', '4', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '5', '3', '3', '4', '4', '2', '5', '3', '1', '1', '4' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i1_01', false, 'Robust hanger, withstands pole drop', 'Hanger survives pole drop and user handling', 'Hanger not robust, does not withstand pole drop', '1', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '3', '4', '2', '4', '4', '3', '3', '4', '3', '3', '1', '1', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_10', false, 'Both ports are easy to open', 'Easy to open both ports', 'Opening of ports is difficult \/ inconvenient', '1', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '2', '3', '3', '4', '2', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '3', '3', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i2_04', false, 'Easy to sanitize container exterior', 'Easy handling with alcoholic tissue to sanitize exterior', 'Disinfection of container exterior is invconvenient ', '1', '4', '3', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i4_01', false, 'Label easy to read, suitable for electronic processing (barcode)', 'Labeling: Easy to read and electronic processing (barcode)', 'Label difficult to read, not suitable for electronic processing (barcode)', '1', '4', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '2', '4', '3', '4', '2', '4', '2', '4', '4', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i2_05', false, 'PVC and DEHP-free, safe for patients', 'PVC-free (DEHP-free)', 'Contains PVC and DEHP. DEHP leaches into the IV solution, harming critically ill individuals (e.g. neonates) or patients constantly exposed to this compound (e.g. dialysis patients). ', '1', '5', '1', '5', '5', '1', '5', '5', '1', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i4_02', false, 'Suitable for adding patient labels', 'Is able to add labels easily', 'Not suitable for adding patient labels', '1', '5', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '5', '4', '3', '2', '3', '5', '5', '3', '5', '4', '5', '5', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i1_02', false, 'Suitable for hanging more than one container on a single IV hook', 'Ability to hang multiple containers on single IV hook', 'Not possible to hang more than one container a on single IV hook', '1', '1', '4', '5', '5', '4', '4', '5', '4', '4', '2', '4', '3', '4', '2', '1', '1', '5', '3', '5', '1', '1', '1' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i7_00', false, 'Partially filled containers available (e.g. 50 ml in 100 ml container)', 'Availability of partial filling (e.g. 50 ml in 100 ml Container)', 'Partially filled containers not available', '1', '4', '5', '1', '1', '5', '1', '1', '5', '1', '4', '1', '4', '0', '4', '4', '4', '0', '0', '0', '5', '5', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_11', false, 'Infusion port reseals after withdrawing the spike', 'Infusion port reseals after withdrawing the spike', 'Infusion port does not reseal after withdrawing the spike', '1', '4', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '5', '4', '4', '4', '1', '4', '4', '4', '1', '4', '4', '4', '4', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i3_04', false, 'Suitable for writing on container with a pen', 'Can write on container with a pen', 'Not suitable for writing on container with a pen', '1', '4', '3', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '2', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_13', false, 'Container usable at high altitudes above 1500 m (adequate collapsing despite reduced external pressure)', 'Performs at high altitudes 1500 m (inadequate collapsing due to reduced external pressure)', 'Container not usable at high altitudes above 1500 m, eg. in rescue helicopter (inadequate collapsing due to reduced external pressure)', '0', '3', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '3', '5', '3', '5', '3', '3', '3', '5', '3', '5', '5', '5', '2' ); // Comfort Functions --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- dta[n++]=new Array('i4_07', false, 'Label designed to avoid mix-up of different solutions', '', 'Label does not support easy distinction between solutions', '1', '4', '3', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '3', '3', '3', '4', '4', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i4_08', false, 'Colour code identification (label) allows solution identification at one glance', '', 'No colour code on label, for identification at one glance (label)', '1', '5', '2', '2', '2', '2', '2', '2', '2', '3', '3', '2', '4', '2', '4', '5', '2', '2', '2', '2', '5', '5', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i4_09', false, 'Label placement on container allows for easy identification', '', 'Label orientation on container inconvenient for identification', '1', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '3', '3', '4', '4', '4', '3', '3', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i3_06', false, 'Space saving packing \/ container design and size', '', 'Packing / container design and size not optimized for saving space', '0', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '3', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i3_07', false, 'Practical design of box (e.g. dispensing function)', '', 'Box does not have dispensing function', '0', '1', '4', '4', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '1', '1', '1', '1', '0', '0', '0', '0', '0', '0', '0', '0', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_17', false, 'Container withstands microwaving', 'Withstands microwaving', 'Container does not withstand microwaving', '1', '4', '3', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_18', false, 'Container does not require special handling for pressure infusions', 'Does not require special handling for pressure infusion', 'Container requires special handling (deairing of container) for pressure infusions', '1', '2', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '4', '5', '2', '5', '1', '4', '2', '2', '2', '5', '5', '5', '1', '1', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_19', false, 'Container stands upright, supporting drug admixture and handling', ' Stands up', 'Container does not stand upright', '1', '5', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '5', '1', '5', '1', '5', '5', '5', '1', '1', '1', '5', '5', '5' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_07', false, 'Container achieves shelf life of 3 years under varied temp\/humidity conditions', 'Achieve acceptable shelf life under varied temp\/humidity conditions', 'Container has limited shelf-life under varied temp\/humidity conditions', '1', '5', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '4', '4', '4', '5', '4', '5', '3', '5', '5', '5', '2', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i2_11', false, 'Container material is clear', 'Clear material (colour)', 'Container material is not clear', '1', '4', '5', '4', '5', '5', '5', '5', '2', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '4', '4', '4', '5', '4', '5', '5', '5', '4' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_13', false, 'Medication port avoids medication pooling', 'Medication port avoids medication pooling (overconcentration)', 'Medication port does not avoid medication pooling', '1', '4', '2', '3', '3', '2', '3', '4', '4', '3', '3', '4', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_14', false, 'Port allows for direct vial attachment (Monovial, Biodome)', 'Allow direct vial attachment', 'Port does not allow for direct vial attachment (Monovial, Biodome)', '1', '1', '5', '4', '5', '3', '3', '3', '1', '1', '1', '1', '1', '4', '1', '1', '1', '4', '1', '4', '1', '1', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_15', false, 'Medication port compatible with all needle sizes (e.g. insulin)', 'Medication port works with all size needles (insulin)', 'Medication port not compatible with all needle sizes', '1', '3', '4', '5', '4', '4', '4', '5', '5', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '3', '3', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i4_06', false, 'Nurses can know volume infused (scale)', 'Nurses know volume infused (scale)', 'Scale not reliable to identify volume infused', '1', '4', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '4', '2', '1', '5', '1', '2', '3', '4', '2', '1', '3', '5', '5', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i3_05', false, 'Clear graduation marks', 'Clear graduation marks (acurate)', 'Graduation marks not clear', '1', '4', '4', '3', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '3', '1', '5', '1', '4', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '5', '5', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_16', false, 'Ports are tamper evident, i.e. enable user to detect previous manipulation ', 'Tamper evident ports in order to detect prelimanary manipulation', 'Ports are not tamper evident ', '1', '4', '2', '2', '4', '2', '2', '2', '2', '4', '3', '3', '3', '2', '3', '3', '3', '1', '3', '1', '4', '4', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_17', false, 'Ports protect user from accidental needle sticks', 'Ports protect user from accidental needle sticks', 'Ports do not protect user from accidental needle sticks', '1', '4', '1', '2', '3', '1', '1', '3', '2', '4', '4', '4', '4', '2', '4', '4', '4', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_18', false, 'Medication port prevents piercing container with needle', 'Medication port prevents piercing container with needle', 'Medication port does not prevent user from piercing container with needle', '1', '4', '1', '3', '3', '2', '2', '4', '2', '5', '4', '5', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '5', '5', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_19', false, 'Uniform ports for all container sizes', 'Uniform ports for all sizes', 'Ports not uniform for all container sizes', '1', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '1', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_22', false, 'Easily disposable (compact, space saving, trouble-free combustion) ', 'Easy to dispose of (compact, space saving, trouble-free combusting) ', 'Disposal not convenient and ecologically friendly (not compact, not space saving, problems with combustion) ', '1', '3', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '3', '4', '2', '4', '3', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '1', '1', '3' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_20', false, 'Ports designed to minimize contamination during use', 'Ports minimize contamination during use', 'Ports not designed to minimize contamination during use', '1', '4', '2', '3', '3', '2', '2', '4', '4', '4', '2', '1', '1', '2', '1', '2', '2', '2', '2', '2', '2', '2', '0' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_24', false, 'No overwrap, or overwrap is easy to open', 'No overwrap, or overwrap is easy to open', 'Overwrap, difficult to open', '1', '5', '3', '3', '4', '4', '4', '4', '2', '4', '3', '4', '4', '4', '1', '2', '5', '0', '5', '5', '5', '5', '5' ); // Misc Functions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ dta[n++]=new Array('i6_26', false, 'Economic and environmentally friendly disposal', 'Economic + Environment friendly disposal', 'Disposal not economic and environmentally friendly', '1', '4', '2', '4', '3', '2', '3', '3', '2', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '3', '4', '4', '3', '4', '3', '2', '2', '2' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i6_27', false, 'Container material and packaging is recyclable', 'Recyclable (container, packaging)', 'Not recyclable (container, packaging)', '1', '4', '2', '3', '3', '2', '3', '3', '2', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '2', '4', '4', '3', '4', '2', '5', '5', '4' ); dta[n++]=new Array('i5_22', false, 'Convenient position of admixture port (easy and safe handling)', 'Practical position of admixture port.', 'Impractical position of admixture port', '1', '4', '3', '3', '4', '3', '4', '3', '3', '3', '1', '1', '1', '2', '1', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '3', '0' ); //Zugriffsvariablen für Eigenschaften (=Zeilen) //und Produkte (=Spalten) erzeugen for(--n;n>0;n--) if(dta[n][0]!='') eval('var '+dta[n][0]+'='+n+';'); for(n=1;n- "Firmly insert the spike to its maximum depth using a twisting motion"
- "Do not apply excessive twisting motions as this will increase the bore size of the outlet port"
- "If the set becomes disconnected from the outlet port, do not reinsert."

This underscores the difficulties for a user that switches from Viaflex® to the Viaflo® bag with its extremely poor holding forces. The Viaflo® port requires a maximum insertion with a twisting motion (but not too much!) in order to arrive at a situation where the set can still slip out of the port (in which case it is not to be reinserted). What makes it even worse is the fact that the described effect is not the same for all infusion sets. The worst combination is a Baxter Viaflo® bag with a Baxter Blood Set (frequently used in many markets). In general all siliconized spikes will show the same problem when used with the Viaflo® bag. The B. Braun Intrafix® spike works by far better with the Viaflo® port. Altogether, the Viaflo® can not be regarded as the legitimate successor of the Viaflex® bag. It is only used in cases where the PVC bag can no longer be held in the market. '; dta_text[Freeflex] ='Fresenius has committed itself to this PVC-free bag and is facing hard times getting no rewards for this well performing container. Initial design problems (compatibility with transfer systems, resealing) have been addressed and improved at least in some markets. The main problem however, is the complex technology. The extraordinarily high unit costs are the main obstacle for a profitable business (same problem as with Ecobag®, Excel® and Viaflo®). These high unit costs can not be avoided due to the high complexity of the production process of flexible bags (co-extrusion of foil, production of port, assembly of both, filling, overwrapping). Fresenius Kabi faces huge problems and has frequently postponed the IPO due to the above mentioned problems. '; dta_text[Macoflex] ='This PVC bag is a copy of Viaflex® that is marketed in selected European markets. As with the Viaflex® bag, the main design disadvantage is associated with the port system, which does not offer effective protection from needle stick injuries or piercing of the container wall. PVC is increasingly discussed as a harmful material that should not be used for IV solution containers. The main hazard is the plasticizer DEHP which leaches into the solution. There is increasing scientific evidence that this causes problems in critically ill individuals (e.g. neonates) or patients that are constantly exposed to this compound (dialysis patients).'; dta_text[Macoflex_N] ='This bag is a PVC-free derivate of Viaflex® that is marketed in selected European markets. As with the Viaflex® bag, the main design disadvantage is associated with the port system, which does not offer effective protection from needle stick injuries or piercing of the container wall. The bag is frequently offered at the same price level as its PVC counterpart Macoflex®. Since this does not lead to a long-term profitable business, the bag has been rolled out in selected European markets only.'; dta_text[Excel] ='This PVC-free bag has an excellent performance. Due to improved sealing technology, the port leak tightness is improved. In contrast to Ecobag®, which has two identical ports, Excel® is designed with the standard saddle port system. However, high unit costs are the main obstacle for a profitable business. Because of the complexity of the production process (co-extrusion of foil, production of port, assembly of both, filling, overwrapping), high unit costs are typical for all non-PVC bags (same problem as with Ecobag®, Freeflex® and Viaflo®). For the past two decades, Excel® has been mainly distributed in North America.'; dta_text[Abbott] ='An outdated PVC bag that does not play any significant role outside the USA. After the overwrap is removed, it takes a while before the bag becomes transparent. The port system does not offer effective protection from needle stick injuries or piercing of the container wall. The material, however, is the weakest point of the container. PVC is increasingly discussed as a harmful material that should not be used for IV solution containers. The main hazard is the plasticizer DEHP which leaches into the solution. There is increasing scientific evidence that this causes problems in critically ill individuals (e.g. neonates) or patients that are exposed to this compound over long time periods (e.g. dialysis patients).'; dta_text[Ecobag] ='This PVC-free bag has an excellent performance. In contrast to Excel®, Ecobag® has two identical, resealing ports, offering more options than a standard port system. However, high unit costs are the main obstacle for a profitable business. Because of the complexity of the production process (co-extrusion of foil, production of port, assembly of both, filling, overwrapping), high unit costs are typical for all non-PVC bags (same problem as with Freeflex®, Excel®, Viaflo®). Therefore Ecobag® is positioned for special applications (e.g. plasma volume replacement) only. '; dta_text[Thai_Otsuka] ='This PVC-free plastic bottle is designed with the standard plasco cap instead of the two-port system; consequently handling is less safe and quite inconvenient. The container is designed with two volume scales for vented and unvented use. The container dominates some of the Asian Pacific markets, i.e. Thailand.'; dta_text[Double_Crane] ='This PVC-free bag is equipped with only one port cap instead of the established two-port system. Therefore handling is less safe and quite inconvenient, especially when used for drug admixture. Another disadvantage is its high residual volume. The container is only marketed in Asian markets, mainly China.'; dta_text[Treeful] ='This very transparent, rather rigid plastic bottle does not collapse properly. Therefore it needs to be vented with a canula that is spiked through the container wall above the fluid level. This however has to be regarded as an "open system" that should be avoided in modern therapy regiments. The bottle has a standard cap containing latex. When the port is punctured, small particles can get into the infusion solution and harm the patient. Also, latex can cause allergies.'; dta_text[Clearflex] ='This first generation PVC-free bag has been phased out in most markets. The rigid material wrinkles and sharp edges of the container can easily cause injuries; also, handling of the port is extremely inconvenient and not safe due to the small size and location of the ports. Another disadvantage is its high residual volume. Today Clearflex® is only distributed in a few Asian markets and in Poland.'; dta_text[Euromed] ='A plastic bottle marketed mainly in Asia \/ Pacific (Philippines). The distinctive attribute is the very detailed scale (50 ml interval). However, the scale only works when used in combination with a venting canula that is spiked through the container wall above the fluid level. This has to be regarded as an "open system" that should be avoided in modern therapy regiments. The bottle has a standard cap containing latex. When the port is punctured, small particles can get into the infusion solution and harm the patient. Also, latex can cause allergies.'; dta_text[Otsuka_Vietnam] ='This PVC-free plastic bottle is designed with the standard plasco cap instead of the two-port system; consequently handling is less safe and quite inconvenient. The container is designed with two volume scales for vented and unvented use. The container is marketed in Vietnam.'; dta_text[DeltaSelect_bottle] ='This plastic bottle is delivered either with two different port systems, either a double port system (imitating Ecoflac® plus) or a plasco cap. However, the customer cannot choose the type of port system, and has to pay the same price for both containers. The plasco cap contains latex, and is less safe and quite inconvenient, especially when used for drug admixture. Because the batch number and date of expiry are printed on the container by ink-jet writer, they can be wiped off quite easily and are sometimes difficult to read.'; dta_text[DeltaMax] ='The distinctive feature of this PVC-free bag is that the hanger is placed at the corner piece of the container, resulting in a high residual volume. The other problem is that the giving port is constructed not resealing, and that – especially siliconized – giving set spikes can slip out of the port, posing a serious threat to patient safety.'; dta_text[Medipur] ='The Medipur bag has only one plasco-type port instead of the established two-port system. It has been phased out in most European countries, but is currently marketed in Poland. It is less safe and quite inconvenient, especially when used for drug admixture. From a customers view, the inability of the container to stand is a drawback, and opening and spiking the port is considered as inconvenient. The bottle has a standard cap containing latex. When the port is punctured, small particles can get into the infusion solution and harm the patient. Also, latex can cause allergies.'; dta_text[Fresenius_Polen] ='This PVC-free bag is currently sold (however, not actively marketed) in Poland. Although the quality of the container is quite good, Fresenius is presumably facing the same profitability problems as with Freeflex.'; dta_text[Glass_generic] ='Glass bottles are the oldest container type for infusion solutions and are still quite common in a number of markets today. Glass bottles are the benchmark container with regard to transparency. However, due to their heavy weight and the risk of breakage, along with the fact that they must be vented for infusion, they are less safe and attractive. Furthermore, the ports are not sterile. After the seal is removed, the port must be sanitized prior to puncture. In many markets, they are only used for special applications or for certain solution types, as amino acids and fatty acids.'; dta_text[Glass_BBM] ='Glass bottles are the oldest container type for infusion solutions and are still quite common in a number of markets today. Glass bottles are the benchmark container with regard to transparency. However, due to their heavy weight and the risk of breakage, along with the fact that they must be vented for infusion, they are less safe and attractive. Furthermore, the ports are not sterile. After the seal is removed, the port must be sanitized prior to puncture. In many markets, they are only used for special applications or for certain solution types, as amino acids and fatty acids.'; dta_text[Polfa_Polen] ='This extremely primitive container type is surprisingly still used today, in very few markets as Poland and India. As there is no port system at all, the container does not reseal after addition of drugs, and giving sets slip off very easily. Also, the container needs to be vented with a canula that is spiked through the container wall above the fluid level. This however has to be regarded as an "open system" that should be avoided in modern therapy regiments. In Poland, these containers still have a considerable market share, but are expected to be phased out soon after Poland has joined the EU.'; // Criteria dta_crit=new Array(null,'Hanger-related functions','Container material features','Container shape-related functions','Label features','Port system and safety-related functions','Functions related to handling, versatility of use, transport','Marketing-related functions');