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Port-a-Cath
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Summary
A Port-a-Cath is a small
Medical Device
Implanted under the skin
, typically in the chest, that provides easy access to a vein for long-term
Intravenous Therapy
, such as chemotherapy or
Total Parenteral Nutrition
. It reduces the need for repeated
Needle sticks
and minimizes complications associated with frequent
Venous Access
.
Concepts
Intravenous Therapy
Chemotherapy
Total Parenteral Nutrition
Venous Access Device
Implantable Port
Catheterization
Central Venous Catheter
Medical Device Implantation
Oncology Nursing
Vascular Access
Vascular Access Device
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