SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOVING RETAINED FLUIDS AND INFUSING THERAPEUTIC FLUIDS

摘要

Systems for draining retained body fluids comprise an implanted port (20) in an access tube. Usually a drainage cannula (10) for connecting the implanted port to a site of fluid retention is also provided. The implanted port, the drainage cannula are implanted subcutaneously with one end of the cannula within the site of fluid retention, and the port located remotely from such site. Drainage may then be effected by percutaneously introducing the access tube to the port, and optionally applying a vacuum (58). Kits comprise the implanted port together with instructions for implanting the port as described above. Kits also comprise an access tube (30) with instructions for use for accessing an implanted port as described above.