Table 2

Details of dual ultrasound-guided TIVAP via the right IJV

DetailsValues (n=55)
Success rate of first attempt, n (%)55 (100)
Success rate of surgery, n (%)55 (100)
Misinsertion of artery, n (%)0 (0)
Times of puncture (min)*1.1±0.7 (0.3-2.0)
Operation time (min)*30.8±5.5 (22–41)
Length of catheter introduction (cm)*8.5±1.8 (6.5–13.5)
Length consistent rate, n (%)
 <1 year (n=12)8 (66.7)
 >1 year (n=43)38 (88.4)
TIVAP time (days)253±145 (42–520)
  • *Data are presented with mean±SD (mean).

  • IJV, internal jugular vein; TIVAP, totally implantable venous access port.