How is the central venous catheter removed when it is no longer needed?
The central venous catheter is removed by releasing the cuff which holds it in place under the skin. A local anaesthetic is given to numb the area around the cuff. A small cut is made to release the cuff and the line is removed. Two stitches are put into the skin to close the wound. Arrangements will be made for these to be removed after one week.
The central venous catheter is removed by releasing the cuff which holds it in place under the skin. A local anaesthetic is given to numb the area around the cuff. Two stitches are in place for 7 days after the line has been removed. Arrangements will be made for these to be removed after one week.
