VIT

Your child has, or will soon receive, a VIT (fully implantable access port), also called a PAC (port-a-cath). It is a small reservoir under the skin with a tube attached that leads into a large vein.

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About the VIT

Via the VIT we can administer fluids, blood, food, contrast fluid and medicines as well as draw blood. The advantage of a VIT is that it eliminates countless needle pokes for IVs.

The port needs to be accessed each time. This is why your child receives a numbing cream beforehand to reduce pain. To prevent the VIT tube from becoming blocked, it is flushed regularly.

The pediatric surgeon places the VIT under general anesthesia. A VIT can remain in place for several years.

Removing the VIT

Because your child no longer needs the VIT, it will be removed. This is done under sedation.
You will receive information about the sedation. The child life specialist prepares your child and explains what will happen. In most cases, your child can go home afterwards.

Caring for the wound

Your child will have small bandages on the neck. These will come off on their own after a few days. After the VIT is removed, keep the bandages dry for 48 hours.

Your child may not swim or take a bath for 14 days.

If you have any questions, you can always ask.