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Portacath Insertion in Hawke's Bay
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Where can I get Portacath Insertion in Hawke's Bay?
A portacath is a type of central venous line which is a soft, hollow tube that we place into a large vein and leads into the heart. The line can be used to give you fluids, blood products and medicines, and to take blood samples. It is designed to stay in your body for many months or even years.
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Pre procedure - portacath
Prior to your portacath insertion
- The procedure takes approximately 45 minutes, this may be longer if sedation is required. You may need to remain for monitoring after the procedure for up to 4 hours.
- A blood test is required.
- You will need to fast for 4 hours prior to your procedure.
- Medications should have been discussed with you at the time of your booking, if you have any further questions please contact Canopy Imaging to discuss these.
- If you have any known allergies to medication/dressings or food please advise at the time of booking.
- You will need to organise for someone to drive you home and ideally be available to stay with you for the first few hours.
Informed consent
With any procedure there are risks, these will be discussed with you on the day of your procedure and you will be able to ask any questions you may have. Once you have had the opportunity to ask any questions and have them answered, our doctor will ask you to sign a consent form.
Post procedure - portacath
After your procedure
Follow-up
This will usually be with your oncology specialist at Canopy Cancer Care. We will ensure you have a follow up appointment or arrange one for you at the time of your booking for your procedure.
Medication
Our team will ensure you understand when to recommence any medication you may have been asked to stop temporarily.