Retrospective Analysis of Totally Implantable Venous Access Ports which was Performed using the Patient’s Height as a Guide, and the Effect of Catheter Tip Position on Complications | Synapse
April 17, 2026Open Access
Retrospective Analysis of Totally Implantable Venous Access Ports which was Performed using the Patient’s Height as a Guide, and the Effect of Catheter Tip Position on Complications
Puntos clave
This analysis aims to evaluate how the position of the catheter tip influences complications in venous access.
Retrospective analysis of previously recorded cases
Use of patient height to guide catheter placement
Assessment of catheter tip positioning relative to the carina
Comparison of internal jugular vein as the preferred insertion site
Positioning the catheter tip below the carina is associated with fewer complications.
The internal jugular vein as the first-choice site may lead to enhanced safety profiles.
Evidence suggests improved outcomes with correct catheter placement.
Resumen
Positioning the catheter tip below the carina and preferring IJV as the first-choice catheterization site may reduce complications.