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- Title
Inferior Vena Cava Filters: A Clinical Review and Future Perspectives.
- Authors
Benedetti, Raffaella; Marino, Simone; Tangianu, Flavio; Imberti, Davide
- Abstract
Anticoagulation represents the first line treatment for venous thromboembolism (VTE). However, inferior vena cava (IVC) filter insertion can be considered as a possible therapeutic strategy when anticoagulant therapy is contraindicated, to avoid embolization from the lower limbs to pulmonary circulation. Other possible indications are debated among experts. Both permanent and retrievable caval filters are available in clinical practice. Retrievable filters can be removed when no longer necessary, as their use may be indicated only for a limited amount of time. Moreover, caval filter insertion is not devoid of possible complications, particularly in cases of permanent or long-dwelling filters. A multidisciplinary approach is recommended to review the appropriateness of caval filter use and to define the best timing for retrieval.
- Subjects
VENA cava inferior; THROMBOEMBOLISM; PULMONARY circulation; VENOUS thrombosis
- Publication
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2024, Vol 13, Issue 6, p1761
- ISSN
2077-0383
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/jcm13061761