A new method using J-type long sheath for implantation of indwelling catheters for trans-femoral hepatic arterial infusion

Purpose For implantation of a catheter-port system for hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy, catheterization via the femoral artery is occasionally difficult. The purpose of this study was to determine the usefulness of a J-type long sheath, which facilitates difficult trans-femoral catheterization. Materials and Methods We applied this technique to 15 patients for difficult trans-femoral catheterization for catheter-port system placement. Results We successfully implanted a catheter-port system in all patients using this technique without significant complications. Conclusion We emphasize that our new technique using a J-type long sheath seems to be a reasonable option when trans-femoral catheterization is difficult. This paper was not presented at a JRS meeting.