Vascular Port (Permanent Vascular Access)
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A vascular port is a medical device often used for procedures such as chemotherapy, nutritional support, and long-term drug treatments. A vascular port is a small device that contains a long catheter and a port with a valve. The device is placed in one of the subclavian or jugular veins, usually in the lower part of the chest wall. Procedure anesthesiologists, interventional radiologists and cardiac A vascular port is especially useful for patients undergoing cancer treatment. Since drugs such as chemotherapy are administered in large amounts through veins, frequent intravenous access may be required for long-term drug treatments. Therefore, the vascular port provides patients with greater comfort and convenience during long-term drug treatments. Vascular port insertion is generally a safe procedure and benefits many patients. However, like any medical procedure, it has some risks. Potential side effects include infection, thrombosis, and port dislodgement. Infection is the most common complication after vascular port insertion. Therefore, before the port is inserted, the procedure area is carefully cleaned and sterilized. Additionally, the risk of infection is minimized by checking the port regularly after its placement. Thrombosis refers to the formation of a blood clot and is a rare complication after vascular port insertion. This usually occurs due to long-term use of the catheter. Thrombosis is usually treated with blood clot-dissolving medications. After vascular port insertion, patients can usually return to normal activities quickly. The vascular port provides patients with greater comfort and convenience during long-term drug treatments. Additionally, since it is a less invasive procedure, patients' hospital stay can be shortened. As a result, vascular port insertion is a useful and safe option for procedures such as chemotherapy and long-term drug treatments. However, like any medical procedure, it has some risks. Therefore, it is important for patients to obtain detailed information about vascular port insertion and discuss the potential risks and benefits with their doctors.
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