Publications by authors named "Xiaoyoung Wu"
Purpose: Retrospective studies suggest that it may be safe to extend the maintenance flushing interval of implanted ports from once every month, as recommended by the manufacturer, to once every 3 months, but no prospective cohort studies have been done specifically assessing the safety and feasibility of this intervention.
Methods: This was a phase II study in oncologic patients who retained a functional port after completion of systemic chemotherapy. Patients enrolled in the study had their port flushed once every 3 months and were observed until completion of five scheduled flushes (one on enrollment and four additional flushes, one every 3 months) or development of any port-related complication, including infections, thrombosis, and occlusions.