Factors Associated with Contralateral Deep Venous Thrombosis after Iliocaval Venous Stenting

Stent placement across the iliocaval confluence from the left CIV is associated with a low but definite rate of contralateral iliac vein thrombosis. Acute DVT, pre-operative contralateral IIV thrombosis, pre-existing IVC filters, and anticoagulation non-compliance are significant risk factors.