Port

The implant of a port is standard for chemo patients. I actually had a double port inserted into my upper right chest. The port is covered by a hard rubber. It is surgically placed under the skin, with catheters leading to the heart. The incision is sutured, and remains as long as necessary. It can be surgically removed at a later date. Two needles (which bend at right angles) are then inserted through the skin, through the hard rubber cap, and into the port. This makes for easy access to the circulatory system to administer medication, or draw blood. Periodically, the needles need to be withdrawn, and replaced. This is not a comfortable procedure, but fortunately, the pain is short lasting.