Table 2

Capsule histology, energy dispersive x ray analysis findings, and device type

Tissue sampleSiCaAlForeign material/ giant cell reactionFocal chronic inflammationDevice
1YesYesYesYesInfusaport
2Portacath
3YesYesYesYesTherex low profile port
4YesInfusaport
5Therex low profile port
6YesYesYesYesTherex low profile port
7YesInfusaport
8YesYesYesTherex low profile port
9YesYesInfusaport
10YesInfusaport
11YesYesYesMicroport
12Microport
13YesYesYesYesInfusaport
  • Si, silicon; Ca, calcium; Al, aluminium.