Complications associated with the removal of totally implantable venous access devices (TIVADs): a retrospective analysis of 4,954 breast cancer patients in a single institution.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Totally implantable venous access devices (TIVADs) have been widely used for many years in the management of cancer patients. However, previous studies have rarely focused on the period surrounding TIVAD removal, which is a critically important phase for these devices. This study aims to address this gap by investigating the surgical approaches, timing, and associated complications related to the removal of TIVADs, thereby enhancing the management of these devices.

Method

A retrospective analysis was conducted on a cohort of 4,954 TIVAD extraction procedures performed at the Breast Center of the Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University between January 1, 2016, and August 1, 2023.

Results

Among 4,954 cases, the indwelling time of TIVADs for included patie

SUBMITTER: Su J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11495116 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature