Peripherally inserted central catheter

URI: https://gptkb.org/entity/Peripherally_inserted_central_catheter
GPTKB entity
Statements (48)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:medical_device
gptkbp:abbreviation gptkb:PICC
gptkbp:alternativeTo central venous catheter
gptkbp:can_be_multi-lumen yes
gptkbp:can_be_single-lumen yes
gptkbp:can_remain_in_place weeks
months
gptkbp:category vascular access device
gptkbp:complication infection
thrombosis
phlebitis
catheter occlusion
gptkbp:contraindication venous thrombosis
local infection at insertion site
gptkbp:developedBy 1970s
gptkbp:imaging_guidance ultrasound
fluoroscopy
gptkbp:insertedBy gptkb:nurse
gptkb:physician
gptkb:radiologist
gptkbp:insertion peripheral vein
gptkbp:length 45-60 cm
gptkbp:maintenance dressing changes
regular flushing
gptkbp:material gptkb:silicone
polyurethane
gptkbp:removal_by trained healthcare professional
gptkbp:requires_confirmation_of_tip_position gptkb:chest_X-ray
ECG guidance
gptkbp:riskFactor deep vein thrombosis
catheter-related bloodstream infection
gptkbp:site_of_insertion gptkb:basilic_vein
gptkb:brachial_vein
gptkb:cephalic_vein
gptkbp:tip_positioned_in gptkb:superior_vena_cava
gptkbp:used_in chemotherapy
blood sampling
adult patients
pediatric patients
intensive care units
outpatient settings
antibiotic therapy
gptkbp:usedFor parenteral nutrition
administration of medications
long-term intravenous access
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Central_Venous_Catheter
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Peripherally inserted central catheter