A patient guide to visiting interventional radiology for vascular access procedures — what IR is, what types of catheter procedures are done there, how to prepare, what the environment looks like, and what to expect during and after.
A patient guide to preparing for implanted port placement — pre-operative instructions, what happens on the day of surgery, anesthesia options, recovery, incision care, and when the port can first be used.
A patient guide to preparing for PICC line placement — what happens before, during, and immediately after the procedure, what to wear, what to expect, and how to prepare to minimize anxiety and ensure a smooth experience.