A Permacath, also known as a tunneled central venous catheter, is a medical device inserted into a large vein in the chest, typically the subclavian or jugular vein. It is used for long-term intravenous access, often for treatments like chemotherapy or hemodialysis. A chest X-ray is commonly performed after Permacath placement to confirm its proper positioning within the vein and to check for any potential complications, such as pneumothorax (collapsed lung) or catheter malposition. This imaging helps ensure the safe and effective use of the Permacath for delivering medications or conducting medical procedures requiring central venous access.
