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Port insertion delay
I’ve started my chemo through the veins as the first port insertion appointment my oncologist can get me with her team is 6 weeks into my 12 weeks of chemo. My veins are quite small and I’d like to fi...
Hi @Captain
I had a portacath inserted before my chemo. Mine was done by a vascular surgeon under twilight sedation... I don't remember a thing! I went home the same day. Maybe ask your team if there are other options as well as I know some ladies have a picc line inserted instead of a portacath (for various reasons) and that may not require a general anisthetic to be inserted.
Best wishes for your treatment.
I had a portacath inserted before my chemo. Mine was done by a vascular surgeon under twilight sedation... I don't remember a thing! I went home the same day. Maybe ask your team if there are other options as well as I know some ladies have a picc line inserted instead of a portacath (for various reasons) and that may not require a general anisthetic to be inserted.
Best wishes for your treatment.