Aug 29, 2019 · Deciding what type of central venous catheter you need for chemotherapy can be confusing. Learn how they’re inserted and how often they’re replaced.

Jan 31, 2023 · A chemotherapy port, or chemo port, is a small, implantable device. It delivers chemotherapy drugs directly to your bloodstream through a vein in your chest, arm or …

Aug 19, 2024 · Chemotherapy is a common treatment following a breast cancer diagnosis. It may involve insertion of a port-a-catheter, or “port.” Here are five things to know about ports.

Feb 17, 2025 · A chemo port differs from a peripherally inserted central catheter (also known as a PICC line), which is implanted into a vein in your arm and used for a shorter period of time. …

Jul 1, 2024 · A port protects your veins during cancer treatment. This information explains implanted ports, port placement, and how to care for your port. An implanted port is often …

May 27, 2021 · A chemotherapy port can help reduce needle sticks and make it easier for your healthcare team to administer medications and fluids and to do blood draws.

Ports are placed under the skin. They are usually placed in the upper chest but can sometimes go in the arm or abdomen (belly). Implanting a port is a short surgical procedure. The area will …

An implantable port is also known as a portacath or subcutaneous port. A thin tube called a catheter is attached to a small reservoir called a port. It can be used to give chemotherapy or …

Nov 4, 2022 · Though they’re often called “chemo ports,” they’re not just used for chemotherapy. Ports can be used to draw blood and deliver any other intravenous medication patients may …

Aug 1, 2024 · Cancer patients may get a chemo port for easier delivery of chemotherapy medications during treatment. Learn about placement, types and why they’re used.