Pitfalls in Portacath location using the landmark technique: case report
2007
Challenges in Portacath Insertion: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Susannah M Wyles, Garry Browne, Gerald PH Gui
Primary Institution: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
Conclusion
The report emphasizes the difficulties in confirming catheter position during Portacath insertion and the need for careful monitoring and techniques.
Supporting Evidence
- Portacaths are used for patients with poor veins needing chemotherapy.
- The case illustrates the challenges in confirming catheter position.
- Monitoring and equipment availability are crucial during the procedure.
Takeaway
This study shows that putting in a special tube for medicine can be tricky, and doctors need to be very careful to make sure it's in the right place.
Methodology
A case report detailing the procedure and challenges faced during Portacath insertion.
Limitations
The report is based on a single case, which may not represent broader experiences.
Participant Demographics
A 34-year-old woman with breast cancer and liver metastases.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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