The neck: The permacath is placed in the internal jugular vein on either the right or left side of the neck. It is generally considered a temporary dialysis access, with an arteriovenous fistula being the favored dialysis access. It is recommended that people not shower with a permcath because it increases the infection risk.
Answered 12/15/2018
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Large blood vessel: A 'permacath' is frequently used phrase to indicate a tunelled dialysis catheter. The blood vessel used depends on many patient factors. The most common vessels include the internal jugular, subclavain, and femoral veins. The most common is a internal jugular vein puncture with the catheter placed under the skin in a way that it is hidden under a shirt.
Answered 7/30/2013
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