Healthcare providers use implanted ports to give IV treatments and blood transfusions directly into a vein. A port also allows easy access to a vein for blood draws. People with cancer, severe infections, kidney failure and IBD may need implanted ports. With the device, you need fewer needle sticks for certain treatments, like chemotherapy. Source: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/21701-implanted-port

Update: 12/13/23 Evening

Everything went according to plan. Port is in place, no complications. Quick and relatively easy. Just a day of rest following the procedure and a tired family after a very early night (out the door at 5:15 as a family of 5).