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Treatment through a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)

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Version 4

Date Summary of changes
20/07/2021

Patient information reviewed in tandem with eviQ education CVAD modules by nursing reference committee with consumer consultation. Content updated as follows:

  • Wording standardised across all CVAD related patient information
  • Image updated
  • Problems and complications replaced by "Important things to look out for" steps for emergency self care included

Version number changed to V.4. Next review in 2 years.
30/11/2023  Patient information reviewed and updated in tandem with eviQ Education CVAD modules, new format style, and dressing information post removal of CVAD updated to remain intact for 2 days. Next review in 2 years.

Version 3

Date Summary of changes
03/05/2010 Approved on eviQ.
09/06/2011 Reviewed, additional information included.
26/10/2016 Reviewed, changes to format and content. Next review in 2 years. 
31/05/2017 Transferred to new eviQ website. Version number change to v.3.

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26 Jul 2025