Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3026341 Seminars in Vascular Surgery 2013 6 Pages PDF
Abstract

With the introduction of retrievable inferior vena cava filters, the number being placed for protection from pulmonary embolism is steadily increasing. Despite this increased usage, the true incidence of complications associated with inferior vena cava filters is unknown. This article reviews the known complications associated with these filters and suggests recommendations and techniques for inferior vena cava filter removal.

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