What is PICC Line?
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A peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC or PIC line) is a form of intravenous access that can be used for a prolonged period of time, e.g. for long chemotherapy regimens, extended antibiotic therapy or total parenteral nutrition.
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How do members experience PICC Line?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medication management | 14 | 3 | |
| Support nutritional health | 2 | 0 | |
| Acute myeloid leukemia | 1 | 0 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 1 | 0 | |
| Collapsed veins | 1 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Adhesive reaction | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 | |
| Pain | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 3 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 6 |
Member evaluations
moogie16
evaluated on Jun 09, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for Other: Moderate
- Side effects: None
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