Implanted ports
Vital-Port
A fully-implantable device assembly intended to provide access to arteries/veins (excludes coronary and intracerebral circulation) for infusion (e.g., chemotherapeutic agents, blood transfusions) and/or drainage (e.g., blood). It consists of: 1) a subcutaneous chamber, with a self-sealing puncturable septum for percutaneous insertion of a hypodermic needle; and 2) an attached catheter which passes into the arteries/veins. It may consist of two chambers attached to a dual-lumen catheter for simultaneous infusion. It is made of metal [e.g., titanium (Ti)] and/or synthetic polymers (e.g., silicone); disposable devices associated with implantation may be included.
Procedures that use implanted ports
Frequently asked questions
What is Vital-Port used for?
A fully-implantable device assembly intended to provide access to arteries/veins (excludes coronary and intracerebral circulation) for infusion (e.g., chemotherapeutic agents, blood transfusions) and/or drainage (e.g., blood). It consists of: 1) a subcutaneous chamber, with a self-sealing puncturable septum for percutaneous insertion of a hypodermic needle; and 2) an attached catheter which passes into the arteries/veins. It may consist of two chambers attached to a dual-lumen catheter for simultaneous infusion. It is made of metal [e.g., titanium (Ti)] and/or synthetic polymers (e.g., silicone); disposable devices associated with implantation may be included.
Who makes Vital-Port?
Vital-Port is made by Cook Incorporated. It is listed under implanted ports (port-a-cath) in our device library.
What sizes does Vital-Port come in?
Sizes listed for Vital-Port: Catheter Gauge: 5–11.5 Fr. Confirm availability with the manufacturer's instructions for use.
Is Vital-Port MRI safe?
The FDA device database lists Vital-Port as MR Conditional. Always follow the specific MRI conditions in the labeling.
Is Vital-Port FDA cleared?
Vital-Port is registered in the FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID).
How do I contact a Cook Incorporated sales representative?
Cook Incorporated has not listed representatives on LA Vascular yet. Visit the Cook Incorporated company page for contact details.
Models, sizes and MRI status come from the FDA Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID); descriptions marked "provided by the manufacturer" are reviewed before publishing. Not an endorsement; follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.