Canadian Association of Radiologists journal = Journal l'Association canadienne des radiologistes
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Patients with cancer require reliable venous access for therapy and phlebotomy. Traditionally, insertion of venous ports has been performed in the operating room. However, the interventional radiology service has recently become involved in the placement of a variety of venous access devices. This study examines the technique and complications associated with the placement of venous ports in the arm for patients with cancer. ⋯ The Cook titanium Petite Vital-Port, implanted in the arm in the medical imaging vascular/interventional suite, is relatively safe and effective. As a result, it has been widely accepted by the patients and clinicians at the hospital where this study was conducted.