3. PICC Line Sites
In most cases, adults have the PICC line inserted in their arm, just above the elbow. However, for children, other sites such as the neck or leg may be chosen. Lymph node dissection sites, blocked blood vessels, burns, or extensive scar tissue on the arm are not suitable places for a PICC line. Additionally, some procedures such as shoulder surgery, vascular surgery, pacemakers, or radiation treatments may require doctors to place the PICC line in a different site.
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