PICC Line Placement

Central venous catheter inserted via an arm vein under US guidance.

Venous Access

PICC Line Placement

Synonyms : peripherally inserted central catheter, PICC insertion

Background

Prolonged IV chemotherapy, antibiotics, parenteral nutrition or repeated blood draws.

Procedure

US-guided arm vein puncture, catheter advanced to SVC. X-ray position verification. Duration: 20-30 minutes.

Risks

Infection, venous thrombosis, malposition, phlebitis.

Recovery

Weekly catheter maintenance. Removal when treatment complete.

Practical information

Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).