A type of central venous access device inserted into a vein in the chest.

A small medical appliance installed beneath the skin. A tube called a catheter connects the port to a vein so that fluids can be passed into the body. Also called an infusaport….

A traditional form of Chinese medicine in which fine, sterile needles are inserted into points in the body to reduce symptoms of ill health.

A type of thoracic surgery performed using a small video camera which is inserted, along with the operating instruments, through separate holes in the chest wall, known as ports….

A form of treatment in which needles or probes are inserted into the cancer to destroy the cancer cells by passing microwave or radio waves into the cancer.

An internal examination of the airways using a tube called a bronchoscope that is inserted into the mouth, throat and lungs.

An examination of the bowel area using a white contrast liquid called barium. The barium is inserted into the rectum and x-rays are taken.

A plastic tube inserted into a narrow opening (usually a vein) so that fluids can be introduced or removed.

A lighted viewing instrument that is inserted into the urethra and advanced into the bladder.