Central Line Management (PICC and Chemoport)
Dr. M. Vishwanath provides expert management of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC lines) and chemoports to ensure safe and comfortable treatment throughout the patient's cancer journey.
Proper central line care is essential for preventing infections, maintaining catheter function, and reducing treatment interruptions. Dr. Vishwanath carefully evaluates every patient before central line insertion and provides comprehensive education regarding line care, hygiene, and precautions to follow at home.
Routine assessment, flushing, dressing changes, and monitoring for complications such as infection or blockage are performed according to established clinical protocols. With meticulous attention to safety and patient comfort, central line management enables seamless delivery of chemotherapy and other intravenous treatments while improving the overall treatment experience.
Procedure Highlights
- PICC Line Care
- Chemoport Management
- Safe Venous Access
- Infection Prevention
- Catheter Maintenance
- Chemotherapy Support
- Patient Education
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Breast Cancer Treatment
Breast cancer treatment requires a personalized approach based on the stage of disease, tumor biology, hormone receptor status, and the patient's overall health.
Lung Cancer Treatment
Lung cancer management requires accurate diagnosis, careful staging, and individualized treatment planning.
Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment
Dr. M. Vishwanath offers specialized medical oncology care for gastrointestinal cancers, including cancers of the stomach, colon, rectum, pancreas, liver, esophagus, and biliary tract.
Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy
Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy are important diagnostic procedures used to evaluate blood disorders and hematological cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndrome.
Intrathecal Chemotherapy
Intrathecal chemotherapy is a specialized treatment used to deliver anticancer medication directly into the cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Paracentesis and Thoracentesis
Paracentesis and thoracentesis are minimally invasive procedures performed to remove excess fluid from the abdomen or chest, helping relieve symptoms and improve patient comfort.
Lumbar Puncture
Lumbar puncture is a specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedure used in the evaluation and management of neurological involvement in cancer.