Why Does TPN Go Through a Filter? Protecting Patients from Serious Complications
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In 1994, an FDA safety alert highlighted patient deaths caused by unfiltered Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). This incident underscored **why does TPN go through a filter**: to prevent severe complications from contaminants like particulate matter and microbial growth, thereby protecting patient health and ensuring safe intravenous therapy.
