title: Implantable intravenous access device.
abstract: The use of a fully implantable device for venous access is described in two infants with transfusion dependent haemolytic anaemia. This device is a possible improvement in the treatment of infants needing long term venous access, although doctors should be aware of the infrequent complications.
authors.affiliation: Paediatric Department, Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, Truro.
authors.forename: L L
authors.initials: LL
authors.lastname: Goldsworthy
authors.forename: H M
authors.initials: HM
authors.lastname: Daly
mesh_terms: D000743:Anemia, Hemolytic / Q000628:therapy; D002406:Catheterization, Peripheral / Q000295:instrumentation*; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling; D004866:Equipment Contamination / Q000517:prevention & control; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008134:Long-Term Care; D008297:Male