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Alternative site for the placement of totally implantable vascular access device (TIVAD). A case report of two successful TIVAD implantations in the thigh after femoral vein catheterization

Al Zaidi, Nezar and Jawad, Monir LU orcid (2015) EUROANAESTHESIA 2015: The European Anaesthesiology Congress p.163-163
Abstract
Background:
Totally implantable venous access devices (TIVADs) have improved the quality of life for seriously ill and cancer patients. These devices represent a convenient option when long-term venous access is indicated. The Subclavian and Internal Jugular Veins are the vessels of choice for catheterization [1]. However, if it is not possible to catheterize them, an alternative vein should be sought for [2]. Femoral vein can be used in such cases [3].

Clinical problem:
In 2 cases, it was not possible to catheterise any vein ending in the Superior Vena Cava and implant a TIVAD in the chest wall, although this was very necessary for them. Femoral vein was chosen despite higher risk of complications.

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Background:
Totally implantable venous access devices (TIVADs) have improved the quality of life for seriously ill and cancer patients. These devices represent a convenient option when long-term venous access is indicated. The Subclavian and Internal Jugular Veins are the vessels of choice for catheterization [1]. However, if it is not possible to catheterize them, an alternative vein should be sought for [2]. Femoral vein can be used in such cases [3].

Clinical problem:
In 2 cases, it was not possible to catheterise any vein ending in the Superior Vena Cava and implant a TIVAD in the chest wall, although this was very necessary for them. Femoral vein was chosen despite higher risk of complications.

Case 1:
A 47 years old female with a metastatic breast cancer and infected ulcerations of the anterior chest wall. Veins in both arms were occluded. Her implanted TIVAD could not be used.

Case 2:
A 44 years old female who had a newly diagnosed lung cancer and Superior Vena Cava Syndrome. She was treated by a high-dose anti-coagulants.

Surgical intervention:
The catheter was inserted in the left femoral vein using ultrasound-guided percutaneous technique. After making a small incision, PORT-A-CATH® II POWER P.A.C. single-lumen standard port was implanted subcutaneously in the anterior surface of the left thigh. Verification of the catheter’s tip intra-operatively was difficult in Case 1 due to fluoroscopy problems. Prior consideration of the required instruments prevented the occurrence of a similar problem in Case 2. We performed these operations in the University Hospital of Norrland in Sweden in 2013.

Follow-up:
Apart from later adjustment of the catheter positioning in Case 1, we did not get any complications or problems with the use of the TIVAD. Frequent flushing of the device was recommended. Patients’ and staff’s satisfaction were good.

Conclusion:
Placement of TIVAD in the thigh is to be considered when the veins of the neck and upper arm are not accessible or the area on the chest wall is not appropriate for implanting the device. Experience improves with more cases.

References:
1- Di Carlo I, Toro A. Choice of venous sites. Surgical Implant/technique. Springer-Verlag, Italia, 2011;43-54.
2- Toro A, Mannino M, Cappello G et al. Totally implanted venous access devices implanted in saphenous vein. Relation between the reservoir site and comfort/discomfort of the patient. Ann Vasc Surg 2012;26(8):1127.e9-1127.e13.
3- Chen SY, Lin CH, Chang HM, Hsu HM, Yu JC. A safe and effective method to implant a totally implantable access port in patients with synchronous bilateral mastectomies: modified femoral vein approach. J Surg Oncol 2008;98(3):197-199.
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  abstract     = {{Background: <br/>Totally implantable venous access devices (TIVADs) have improved the quality of life for seriously ill and cancer patients. These devices represent a convenient option when long-term venous access is indicated. The Subclavian and Internal Jugular Veins are the vessels of choice for catheterization [1]. However, if it is not possible to catheterize them, an alternative vein should be sought for [2]. Femoral vein can be used in such cases [3].<br/><br/>Clinical problem: <br/>In 2 cases, it was not possible to catheterise any vein ending in the Superior Vena Cava and implant a TIVAD in the chest wall, although this was very necessary for them. Femoral vein was chosen despite higher risk of complications.<br/><br/>Case 1: <br/>A 47 years old female with a metastatic breast cancer and infected ulcerations of the anterior chest wall. Veins in both arms were occluded. Her implanted TIVAD could not be used.<br/><br/> Case 2: <br/>A 44 years old female who had a newly diagnosed lung cancer and Superior Vena Cava Syndrome. She was treated by a high-dose anti-coagulants.<br/><br/>Surgical intervention: <br/>The catheter was inserted in the left femoral vein using ultrasound-guided percutaneous technique. After making a small incision, PORT-A-CATH® II POWER P.A.C. single-lumen standard port was implanted subcutaneously in the anterior surface of the left thigh. Verification of the catheter’s tip intra-operatively was difficult in Case 1 due to fluoroscopy problems. Prior consideration of the required instruments prevented the occurrence of a similar problem in Case 2. We performed these operations in the University Hospital of Norrland in Sweden in 2013.<br/><br/>Follow-up: <br/>Apart from later adjustment of the catheter positioning in Case 1, we did not get any complications or problems with the use of the TIVAD. Frequent flushing of the device was recommended. Patients’ and staff’s satisfaction were good. <br/><br/>Conclusion: <br/>Placement of TIVAD in the thigh is to be considered when the veins of the neck and upper arm are not accessible or the area on the chest wall is not appropriate for implanting the device. Experience improves with more cases.<br/><br/>References: <br/>1- Di Carlo I, Toro A. Choice of venous sites. Surgical Implant/technique. Springer-Verlag, Italia, 2011;43-54. <br/>2- Toro A, Mannino M, Cappello G et al. Totally implanted venous access devices implanted in saphenous vein. Relation between the reservoir site and comfort/discomfort of the patient. Ann Vasc Surg 2012;26(8):1127.e9-1127.e13. <br/>3- Chen SY, Lin CH, Chang HM, Hsu HM, Yu JC. A safe and effective method to implant a totally implantable access port in patients with synchronous bilateral mastectomies: modified femoral vein approach. J Surg Oncol 2008;98(3):197-199.<br/>}},
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  title        = {{Alternative site for the placement of totally implantable vascular access device (TIVAD). A case report of two successful TIVAD implantations in the thigh after femoral vein catheterization}},
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