Port-a-cath [also called port]

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(PORT-uh-kath)

A small device placed under the skin. It empties into a blood vessel and makes it easier to give chemotherapy and to take blood for tests.

Read more about Port-a-caths and other ways chemotherapy is given. See an illustration of a Port-a-cath.

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Audio contributed by: Ray Romano

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