Dislodgment of Port-A-Cath Catheters in Children

Port-a-cath catheters are frequently used in children with malignancies. Their dislodgment is rare, but carries potentially serious risks. This study analyzed our 11-year experience of this important issue. Methods: Between June 1997 and January 2008, 290 ports of different brands were implanted in...

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Main Authors: Chi-Lin Ho, Chia-Man Chou, Te-Kau Chang, Sheng-Ling Jan, Ming-Chih Lin, Yun-Ching Fu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2008-10-01
Series:Pediatrics and Neonatology
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S187595720960005X