Cardiovascular Medicine Book

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Vena Cava Filter

Aka: Vena Cava Filter, Inferior Vena Cava Filter
  1. Indications: Prevent embolism in Deep Vein Thrombosis
    1. Anticoagulation contraindicated
    2. Prophylaxis in high risk Hypercoagulable patients
    3. Complication secondary to Anticoagulation
      1. Failed Anticoagulation
        1. Deep Vein Thrombosis extension
        2. Pulmonary Embolism despite Anticoagulation
      2. Hemorrhage
      3. Thrombocytopenia
      4. Warfarin skin necrosis
      5. Noncompliance with Anticoagulation protocol
  2. References
    1. Girard (2002) Chest 122:963-7

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