Chemo port placement, also known as a port-a-cath insertion, is a minor surgical procedure where a small device is implanted under the skin, usually in the chest, to provide easy and reliable access to the bloodstream for chemotherapy administration. The indications for chemo port placement include the need for long-term chemotherapy, frequent blood draws, or infusion therapies, especially in patients with poor peripheral venous access. This procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia with sedation, allowing patients to return home the same day. Ports can often be used for chemotherapy immediately after placement, making it possible to start treatment on the same day as the surgery, provided there are no complications or concerns with the port's function.