During peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)
placement, a needle is inserted into the cephalic or basilic vein of the arm. A
catheter is then advanced in order to withdraw blood or deliver medicine.
Also
Known As:
Conditions
Treated with Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Placement:
Peripherally inserted central catheter placement may
be performed in cases of dialysis, frequent blood draws or delivery of
chemotherapeutic medicine. It can also be performed in order to provide
long-term antibiotics, pain medication, or intravenous nutrition.
There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical
alternatives to peripherally inserted central catheter placement.
Anesthesia
with Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Placement:
Peripherally inserted central catheter placement is
performed with a local anesthetic.
Potential
Complications from Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Placement:
Possible risks following peripherally inserted
central catheter placement include infection, bleeding, arrhythmia, air
embolism and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Recovery
from Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Placement:
There is no recovery needed following peripherally
inserted central catheter placement.
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