Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filters
Q: What is an Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) filter?
An inferior vena cava filter is a cone-shaped mesh device with very thin wires. It is placed in the inferior vena cava, via catheter, to prevent blood clots from reaching the heart, or blocking blood vessels in your lungs. These devices are known to cause serious complications. [Get more Info on IVC Filters]
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