All those reasons you never used ports? Not true anymore.
- No, ports are not time consuming to place safely and accurately.
The reality is that GrantAdler ports and catheters have been specifically designed to simplfy the placement process. The Rhapsody Vascular Access System comes with three pre-sized catheters that are ready to use right out of the tray. This takes the guess-work and tedium out of placement.
- No, ports are not more expensive than PICCS.
While PICC lines can offer certain real advantages in acute situations, implantable ports are often safer and more cost effective in the long-term.
- Yes, patients will know the difference.
Ports are tucked safely beneath the skin protecting them from infection. movement and damage. The same can't be said for PICC lines.