Caught in Time: When IVC Filters Save Lives

J Invasive Cardiol. 2017 Dec;29(12):E201.

Abstract

Inferior vena cava filters are indicated in patients with venous thromboembolic disease in whom anticoagulation is a contraindication. This case highlights the importance of inferior vena cava filter placement in patients with extensive proximal deep vein thromboses in order to prevent massive pulmonary emboli, possibly associated with sudden cardiac death.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Computed Tomography Angiography / methods
  • Humans
  • Lower Extremity / blood supply*
  • Male
  • Prosthesis Implantation / methods*
  • Pulmonary Embolism* / diagnosis
  • Pulmonary Embolism* / physiopathology
  • Pulmonary Embolism* / prevention & control
  • Thrombolytic Therapy / methods
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ultrasonography, Doppler, Duplex / methods
  • Ultrasonography, Interventional / methods
  • Vena Cava Filters*
  • Venous Thrombosis* / complications
  • Venous Thrombosis* / diagnosis
  • Venous Thrombosis* / physiopathology
  • Venous Thrombosis* / surgery