Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs) are essential in modern medical practice, providing reliable venous access for patients requiring long-term intravenous therapy. Below, we highlight an overview of our latest PICC Care and Maintenance Guide. Download...
Occlusion is one of the most common complications associated with vascular access devices (VADs). A blocked device can interrupt treatment, preventing the delivery of essential medications, fluids, or nutrition. This can lead to a rapid deterioration in the emergency...
Introduction Venous catheters are essential medical devices for intravenous (IV) therapy, allowing healthcare professionals to administer medications, fluids, and nutrients directly into a patient's bloodstream. The choice of catheter can significantly impact both...
The thoracic reservoir has been widely used for vascular access in chronic patients for many years, particularly in oncology. It is a reliable device, and when not in use, it requires relatively low maintenance care. However, as indicated by the recent study by...
In this article, we present the case of a triple-negative breast carcinoma T2N0M0 with negative genetic testing and a Ki67 proliferation index of 80%, indicating an aggressive cancer. Despite the initial recommendation to use a peripherally inserted central catheter...
Recommendations of Dr Diane Weber Two years ago, I met Alicia, a breast cancer patient. After struggling with the disease for a while, she had to undergo a mastectomy. Soon after her surgery, a need for a chest port was identified. She came to me asking for an...
The PICC-port is the latest breakthrough in Venous Access Devices (VADs) and is now included in the DavExpert app's solution for patients. New studies are showing it is a safe, effective, efficient and aesthetic option for cancer patients. How has this device evolved...
PICC-port is an implanted catheter that is undoubtedly gaining ground in the world of vascular access. Its growing success is not surprising: it comes with new indications, cost reduction and patient satisfaction. Even if PICC-port has been in use for several decades,...
Healthcare professionals working with oncology patients are used to handling fully implanted catheters. In recent years, PICC-port has proven to be very useful in the field. However, any vascular access device can become a problem if its placement has not been optimal...