Picc versus PIC, sm
Posted By: searching on 2006-09-28
In Reply to: PIC line versus PICC line.... - CM
Subject: Picc versus PIC, sm
Actually they are two different things, according to my sources. The PICC (peripherally inserted central catheter) is inserted to the vena cava, thus it is "central." The PIC (peripherally inserted catheter) is inserted locally, not to the vena cava. I actually had one of these, it was in my AC space. PICC is the term that is used unless they specify local. If anyone has any other info I would be interested to hear it. Thanks.
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PIC line versus PICC line....
Subject: PIC line versus PICC line....
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