Port-a-cath
Port-a-Cath (also known as port or chemo port) is a type of central venous catheter (CVC). It is a device that is usually placed under the skin in the upper chest. It is used to draw blood and give treatments including chemotherapy, blood transfusions, antibiotics, and intravenous fluids.
History[edit | edit source]
The Port-a-Cath was first developed in the 1970s by Philips Roxane and Pharmacia.
Design[edit | edit source]
The Port-a-Cath is made up of two parts: the port and the catheter. The port is a small container that is implanted under the skin. The catheter is a thin, flexible tube that is connected to the port. The other end of the catheter is placed in a large vein, usually the superior vena cava.
Procedure[edit | edit source]
The Port-a-Cath is implanted under the skin during a minor surgical procedure. The procedure is usually done under local anesthesia. The port is usually placed in the upper chest, just below the collarbone. The catheter is threaded into a large vein.
Uses[edit | edit source]
The Port-a-Cath is used for long-term treatment. It can be used for a variety of treatments, including chemotherapy, blood transfusions, antibiotics, and intravenous fluids. It can also be used to draw blood.
Complications[edit | edit source]
Complications from the use of a Port-a-Cath can include infection, blockage of the catheter, and damage to the vein. In rare cases, the catheter can break or the port can move from its original position.
See also[edit | edit source]
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