Protrieve sheath utilization for capturing supra-filter thrombus during a retrieval of thrombosed and embedded IVC filter

Protrieve sheath utilization for capturing supra-filter thrombus during a retrieval of thrombosed and embedded IVC filter

Abstract Background Inferior vena cava (IVC) filters, while effective in preventing pulmonary embolism, can increase the risk of IVC thrombosis. IVC filter (IVCF) thrombosis can result from emboli getting trapped within the filter, extension of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), or the device’s inherent th...

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Main Authors: Annabella Shewarega, Taylor M. Powell, Douglas Silin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2023-10-01
Series:CVIR Endovascular
Subjects:
IVC filter-related thrombosis
Endovascular thrombectomy
Embolizing thrombus
IVC filter removal
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s42155-023-00397-4

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s42155-023-00397-4

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