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Listen "Ep. 396 How I Perform a Port Removal with Dr. Chris Beck"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, hosts Dr. Aaron Fritts and Dr. Chris Beck discuss their Mediport removal workflows and the common challenges of a port removal procedure.
Often seen as a significant milestone for cancer patients who have completed their treatment, successful Mediport removal requires a thorough understanding of the catheter and reservoir removal processes. This discussion covers tips and tricks for removing Mediports with minimal discomfort to the patient, effective anesthesia, careful dissection, and appropriate closure procedures. The hosts also emphasize the importance of preparing for unexpected scenarios such as catheter fractures or infection, and they outline strategies to effectively handle these complications.
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SHOW NOTES
00:00 - Introduction
03:06 - Overview of Mediport Removal
13:25 - Mediport Removal Procedure
20:59 - Procedural Challenges and Complications
22:12 - Infected Ports
30:17 - Stuck Ports
33:14 - Fractured Ports
Often seen as a significant milestone for cancer patients who have completed their treatment, successful Mediport removal requires a thorough understanding of the catheter and reservoir removal processes. This discussion covers tips and tricks for removing Mediports with minimal discomfort to the patient, effective anesthesia, careful dissection, and appropriate closure procedures. The hosts also emphasize the importance of preparing for unexpected scenarios such as catheter fractures or infection, and they outline strategies to effectively handle these complications.
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CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR
RADPAD® Radiation Protection
https://www.radpad.com/
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SHOW NOTES
00:00 - Introduction
03:06 - Overview of Mediport Removal
13:25 - Mediport Removal Procedure
20:59 - Procedural Challenges and Complications
22:12 - Infected Ports
30:17 - Stuck Ports
33:14 - Fractured Ports
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