What's the Difference Between a CVC and a PICC? | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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There are many different types of catheters and lines utilized by medical professionals to access your blood, whether used for taking blood samples, administering medication or receiving dialysis. You’re probably already familiar with a standard IV, or peripheral IV, that’s usually placed in the hand or arm, but there are other types of access as well, such as a central venous catheter (CVC)[1] and a peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC).

A CVC serves as a way to access your blood and helps your medical team deliver medication, blood products, nutrients, or fluids directly into your bloodstream or to draw blood samples. A peripherally inserted central catheter, also known as a PICC (pronounced “pick”), is just one type of central venous catheter. While a PICC is never used for dialysis, it is commonly used to administer medications for patients, such as antibiotics or chemotherap...