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Pocket infections are local inflammatory complications after implantation of port catheter systems and occur with an estimated incidence of 2.5%. The main etiology for local catheter related infections is bacterial contamination either during implantation or clinical use of the device. Usually the diagnosis is made based on the typical clinical signs of inflammation. Therapeutic modalities include immediate wound care combined with intravenous antibiotic treatment or explantation of the TIVAD.
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Ozimek, A., Clavien, P.A., Nocito, A. (2012). Pocket Infection. In: Di Carlo, I., Biffi, R. (eds) Totally Implantable Venous Access Devices. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-2373-4_32
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