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A chemotherapy port is a device placed under the surface of a patient's skin to allow easy access to organs or the circulatory system for chemotherapy drugs. Chemotherapy can often be harsh on skin and veins. The insertion of a central venous or Intraperitoneal port helps protect the patient's body from unnecessary damage to peripheral veins in the arms and legs. Click here to view image - Chemoport There are two common types of ports, intraperitoneal (IP) and central venous (CV). An IP-port allows access to the abdominal cavity and is indicated for ovarian and gastrointestinal cancers. A CV-port is inserted into the central venous vein below the collarbone for most other types of cancers. ProcedureA port has a small titanium reservoir with a rubber cover. A small plastic tube or catheter is attached to one side that will either be threaded into the vein or into the abdominal cavity. Click here to view image - Chemoport Insertion The port is placed within the body by a surgeon or radiologist. Placement is a simple outpatient surgery, done either under general or local anesthetic, depending on the doctor. The doctor makes a two-inch incision and, within a pocket just under the skin, places the reservoir then threads the catheter into place. An x-ray is taken to ensure the catheter is properly placed. After insertion there is a small bump underneath the skin that is usually not noticeable to other people. Chemoport Insertion at Nova Specialty SurgeryChemoport Insertion is performed by expert surgeons at the following Nova Specialty Surgery Centers. Click on the location to make an appointment. |
