The supply of medical gases is fundamental to hospital infrastructure for ensuring patient safety, particularly under critical conditions. This study analyzes current Colombian regulations, focusing on NTC 5318 from 2004, whose regulatory framework presents deficiencies due to references to outdated versions of international standards such as ISO 7396-1 and NFPA 99. The objective of this article is to evaluate these limitations and propose strategies to modernize and harmonize the Colombian regulatory framework with international standards. Methodologically, a comparative and qualitative documentary review of national and international regulations was conducted, complemented by expert interviews and inspections at hospitals in the department of Antioquia. The results demonstrate that outdated regulations generate significant risks, including deficiencies in redundancy, monitoring, and quality control of medical gas systems. Additionally, inconsistencies were identified in the training of technical and clinical personnel, as well as unequal competition between certified and non-certified suppliers in hospital installations. In conclusion, it is recommended to update Colombian regulations, incorporate advanced monitoring technologies, strengthen training for involved personnel, and establish rigorous controls in installation and maintenance processes, thereby ensuring safety and quality standards in medical gas supply management..
Keywords: Medical gases; Hospital regulations; Health safety; Regulatory harmonization; NTC 5318
How to cite this article: Marín Duque DM, Restrepo Gaviria LD, García Arango DA, Montoya Escobar CM, Echeverri Gutierrez MS.; Regulatory Analysis of the Installation and Maintenance of Medical Gas Supply Systems in Healthcare Institutions in Colombia: A National and International Comparison...Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(1s): 178-187; DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16. 178-187