one of a breed of long-horned beef cattle of the southwestern U.S., developed from cattle introduced into North America from Spain and valued for disease resistance, fecundity, and a historical association with the old West: now rare. Origin of Texas longhorn Expand. 1905-1910.
How does a mediport work? A port consists of a reservoir compartment (the portal) that has a silicone bubble for needle insertion (the septum), with an attached plastic tube (the catheter). The device is surgically inserted under the skin in the upper chest or in the arm and appears as a bump under the skin.
This information explains your implanted port and how to care for it. About Your Implanted Port. An implanted port (also known as a âportâ) is like an artificial vein. It will make it easier for your healthcare team to access your blood vessels for medications and tests. The port has many uses. It may be used to: Give you intravenous (IV) medication. Give you IV fluids. Draw blood for tests.