Comparison of Transverse and Longitudinal Incisions for Venous Access Port Placement

Launched by JAGIELLONIAN UNIVERSITY · Jan 4, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at two different ways to make an incision in the skin when placing a central venous access port, which is a device used to give medication or draw blood. The researchers want to find out if the direction of the incision—either across (transverse) or up and down (longitudinal)—affects how much pain patients feel within the first day, how comfortable they are a week later, how long the procedure takes, and if there are any early complications after the port is placed.

To join this study, participants need to be between 18 and 80 years old, able to give informed consent, and require this type of port placement under local anesthesia. However, some people may not be eligible if they have certain health issues, such as problems with blood clotting or a history of specific conditions. If you decide to participate, you can expect to be closely monitored for pain and comfort levels after the procedure, and your experience will help researchers understand the best approach for this important medical procedure.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• * Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age \> 18 and \< 80 years Informed consent Need for central venous access port implementation under local anesthesia
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Impaired blood clotting Ongoing antiplatelet drugs therapy, except acetylsalicylic acid Trauma or surgical past history on both shoulder girdles Known central venous thrombosis (subclavian vein, upper vena cava) Known pneumothorax Septic state Agranulocytosis