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'''Jet injector''' is a type of [[medical device]] used for [[injection (medicine)|injections]] without a needle. They are powered by high pressure, forcing the [[medicine]] through a tiny orifice, creating a narrow jet of fluid that penetrates the skin.

==History==
The concept of jet injection began in the 1860s. The first patent was awarded to [[Marshall Lockhart]], an American inventor, in the 1930s for a device that used a spring-loaded mechanism to deliver injections.

==Design==
Jet injectors are designed to deliver a precise dose of medication at a controlled rate. The device consists of a reservoir for the medication, a high-pressure mechanism, and a nozzle with a tiny orifice through which the medication is forced.

==Types==
There are several types of jet injectors, including single-dose, multi-dose, and disposable injectors. Single-dose injectors are used for one injection and then discarded. Multi-dose injectors can be used for multiple injections, and disposable injectors are designed to be used once and then thrown away.

==Uses==
Jet injectors are used in a variety of medical settings, including [[vaccination]] programs, [[diabetes]] management, and [[anesthesia]] delivery. They are also used in the military for mass immunization campaigns.

==Advantages==
The main advantage of jet injectors is that they do not require needles, reducing the risk of [[needlestick injury]] and [[bloodborne disease]] transmission. They also allow for rapid delivery of medication, making them ideal for mass vaccination campaigns.

==Disadvantages==
Despite their advantages, jet injectors have some disadvantages. They can cause pain and bruising at the injection site, and there is a risk of cross-contamination if the injector is not properly cleaned between uses.

==See also==
* [[Insulin pen]]
* [[Syringe]]
* [[Intramuscular injection]]
* [[Subcutaneous injection]]

==References==
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