Portacath insertion for chemotherapy

The following information can help someone compare different types of IV lines:

Peripheral IV lines may be difficult to use in people with small or weak veins.

In these cases, portacaths offer a solution.

PICCs and CVCs need changing every week, and doctors recommend flushing them daily.

Port a cath needle insertion

Portacaths require less maintenance.

Portacaths sometimes require a person to undergo surgery under general anesthesia. People wishing to avoid general anesthesia could choose a PICC line, which only needs local anesthesia.

Portacaths are better for people undergoing long-term treatment.

For treatment that lasts between a few days and a few weeks, doctors may recommend a PICC line.

The different types of portacaths include:

• Single lumen: The most common type of port, this helps people getting only one form of IV therapy at a time.
• Double lumen: This type is helpful for people who are getting two forms of IV therapy at the same time or need to receive infusions or nutrition during treatment.
• Power port: This type is
  portacath insertion technique