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Power Injectable Portal Systems
- Source :
- Journal of Radiology Nursing. 28:27-31
- Publication Year :
- 2009
- Publisher :
- Elsevier BV, 2009.
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Abstract
- This article describes the new technological advancements of portal systems. Implantable port devices provide intravenous access for chemotherapy administration, medication infusions, and have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in radiologic and diagnostic power injection studies. Development of the power injectable portal systems, device use, accessing and de-accessing, scope of practice, and pinch off syndrome are discussed.
Details
- ISSN :
- 15460843
- Volume :
- 28
- Database :
- OpenAIRE
- Journal :
- Journal of Radiology Nursing
- Accession number :
- edsair.doi...........61bf2539cb6a852ffe86eb54ea934288