Abstract
Withdrawal complications of port catheter systems include blood withdrawal malfunction as well as adverse events during port explantation. Blood withdrawal complications related to intermittent lumen occlusion can be relieved in more than 90% of the cases. Permanent lumen obstruction due to thrombosis requires infusion of thrombolytic agents. Technical problems can be detected by chest x-ray and usually require TIVAD removal. In cases where a TIVAD is stuck due to fibrous tissue, a venotomy should be perfomed.
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Ozimek, A., Clavien, P.A., Nocito, A. (2012). Withdrawal Obstruction. In: Di Carlo, I., Biffi, R. (eds) Totally Implantable Venous Access Devices. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-2373-4_29
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