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Which abbreviation is for a central catheter that delivers a chemotherapy drug to the entire body?

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PICC (peripherally inserted central catheter)

PICC line is a long, thin, and flexible tube used for medications such as prolonged Intravenous antibiotic treatment, chemotherapy, and total parenteral nutrition. PICC line is also used to collect blood samples for laboratory tests.






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