 Surgically implanted infusion ports are placed below the clavicle (infraclavicular fossa), with the catheter threaded into the heart (right atrium) through a large vein.Once implanted, the port is accessed via a "gripper" non-coring Huber-tipped needle (PowerLoc is one brand, common sizes are length; 19 and 20 gauge.The needle assembly includes a short length of tubing and cannula) inserted directly through the skin.