Complications of inferior vena cava filters

Semin Vasc Surg. 2013 Mar;26(1):23-8. doi: 10.1053/j.semvascsurg.2013.04.005.

Abstract

With the introduction of retrievable inferior vena cava filters, the number being placed for protection from pulmonary embolism is steadily increasing. Despite this increased usage, the true incidence of complications associated with inferior vena cava filters is unknown. This article reviews the known complications associated with these filters and suggests recommendations and techniques for inferior vena cava filter removal.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Device Removal
  • Foreign-Body Migration / diagnosis
  • Foreign-Body Migration / etiology*
  • Foreign-Body Migration / therapy
  • Humans
  • Phlebography / methods
  • Prosthesis Design
  • Prosthesis Failure*
  • Pulmonary Embolism / etiology
  • Pulmonary Embolism / prevention & control*
  • Recurrence
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vascular System Injuries / diagnosis
  • Vascular System Injuries / etiology*
  • Vascular System Injuries / therapy
  • Vena Cava Filters / adverse effects*
  • Venous Thrombosis / complications
  • Venous Thrombosis / therapy*