PICC Line Insertion Treatment in India
About PICC Line Insertion
Key Highlights
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Provides reliable, long-term venous access for weeks to months.Minimally invasive procedure performed under local anesthesia.Reduces the need for repeated needle sticks for medication and blood draws.Allows safe administration of potent medications like chemotherapy and antibiotics.Can be used for nutritional support (TPN) and frequent blood sampling.Typically performed on an outpatient basis with a short procedure time./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Long-term intravenous chemotherapy for cancer treatment.
- Prolonged antibiotic therapy for severe infections.
- Administration of total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
- Patients with poor peripheral venous access.
- Need for frequent blood sampling or transfusion support.
- Administration of vesicant or irritant medications that require central venous dilution.
How to prepare
- Review of medical history, allergies, and current medications.
- Blood tests, including coagulation profile, may be required.
- Informed consent process explaining the procedure, benefits, and risks.
- Discussion about which arm will be used for insertion.
- Patient may be asked to wear a hospital gown and lie flat on a procedure table.
- The insertion site (upper arm) will be cleaned and shaved if necessary.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the insertion site or in the bloodstream (sepsis).
- Bleeding or hematoma at the insertion site.
- Catheter-related thrombosis (blood clot formation).
- Nerve injury or accidental arterial puncture (rare).
- Catheter malposition, migration, or blockage.
- Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) is very rare with PICC insertion compared to other central lines.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate: A chest X-ray is taken to confirm correct catheter tip placement.
- The arm may be sore for a day or two; over-the-counter pain relievers can help.
- The dressing over the site must be kept clean, dry, and intact.
- Patients are taught how to care for the line, including flushing protocols and recognizing signs of infection.
- Normal arm movement is encouraged, but heavy lifting with that arm should be avoided.
- Regular follow-up with the oncology team for dressing changes and line maintenance is essential.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days for procedural discomfort
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering picc line insertion in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for picc line insertion in India include Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Cytecare Hospital, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Miot Hospital Chennai, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform picc line insertion. MediFyr helps you compare oncologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for picc line insertion compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for PICC Line Insertion in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated oncologist teams and experience managing patients undergoing picc line insertion.
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Oncologists for PICC Line Insertion
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