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Vena Cava FilterAka: Inferior Vena Cava Filter

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
References
1. Girard (2002) Chest 122:963

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