Inferior Vena Cava Filter–Related Thrombus/Deep Vein Thrombosis: Data and Management

Semin intervent Radiol 2016; 33: 101-104DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1581087Recurrent deep venous thrombosis and inferior vena cava (IVC) thrombosis are well-described complications following IVC filter placement. IVC thrombosis ranges in severity of clinical presentation, but can lead to significant morbidity and mortality with incidence rates depending on patient population and type of filter used. Endovascular therapies such as catheter-directed thrombolysis, mechanical thrombectomy, balloon venoplasty, and stenting are safe and effective in restoration of venous patency.[...]Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Seminars in Interventional Radiology - May 9, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Andreoli, Jessica M.Thornburg, Bartley G.Hickey, Ryan M. Source Type: research