This patient will require a different type of central catheter. The presence of upper extremity or subclavian thrombosis is another contraindication for bedside PICC insertion, whether or not ...

They use imaging such as ultrasound or CT scans to guide these and other services: Chemotherapy embolization CT-guided biopsy Minimally invasive tumor treatments PICC line, port, and stent placement ...

and potential complications must be considered prior to insertion of a PICC. Nurses caring for patients with PICCs must be properly educated in device use, site care, and catheter maintenance ...