Hi all,
Has anyone had experience with a port for their chemo? A couple of failed attempts at a PICC line (my previous one fell out!) and my last peripheral cannula tissues which resulted in a swollen hand, which now improving. I have missed a dose of one of my chemo drugs carboplatin. They are having a MDT discussion and seeing the consultant on Tuesday.
Any information would be much appreciated.
Best wishes
Anna
Hi Anna
I am sorry to hear that you have had issues with a PICC line and also cannula.
I have found some info on ports for chemo that may be helpful.
Implantable ports | Macmillan Cancer Support
I hope the MDT can reach a decision and that your appointment goes well on Tuesday. Hopefully your chemo will be able to continue very soon. I know it is a worry with chemo when things don't go quite to plan. Please do give the Support Line a call if you feel chatting things through would help.
Jane
Thanks Jane 
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Hi AnnaS
A portacath is an imbedded port just under skin on your chest and they use a special needle to access it for bloods out and chemo in. It may be worth asking your oncologist whether your case would be suitable.
It does require a vascular surgery to implant and maybe only worth it if long chemo treatment period.
