Venous port placement (port-a-cath)
Subcutaneous implantation of a chamber connected to a central venous catheter for long-term treatment.
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
Long-term chemotherapy, prolonged parenteral nutrition, repeated blood draws.
Procedure
Under local anesthesia, jugular vein puncture, catheter advanced to SVC, chamber implanted subcutaneously below clavicle. Duration: 30-45 minutes.
Risks
Infection, venous thrombosis, pneumothorax, hematoma, malposition.
Recovery
Verification X-ray. Usable next day. Monthly flushing when not in use.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
3 doctors
Dr Vincent DUROUS
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay
Dr Alexandre NéROT
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay, Chambéry
Dr Nicolas VILLARD
Radiologue interventionnelLausanne