A peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC line) is a type of central line. A central line (also called a central venous catheter) is like an intravenous (IV) line. But it is much longer than a ...

Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) tip confirmation is usually achieved by plain radiography. The presentation of aberrant PICC placement is varied and diagnosis can be delayed by several ...

Early assessment of hospitalized patients is essential to assure that individuals who will benefit the most from a PICC receive one as soon as possible in their treatment. However, PICCs are not ...

Most peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC-lines) in our institution are placed without real-time fluoroscopy. However, every patient has a completion chest radiograph, which is reported by a ...

For people who need them, however, double ports are available. Although there are many different types and brands of access devices, the two main categories are PICC lines and ports. The choice of ...

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Several factors contraindicate PICC placement: lack of peripheral access, venous thrombosis, and end-stage renal disease. In addition, PICCs should not be used for frequent intermittent access or ...