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Title
Rates and predictors of plans for inferior vena cava filter retrieval in hospitalized patients.
Authors
Mission, John F; Kerlan, Robert K, Jr; Tan, Justin H; Fang, Margaret C
Abstract
Use of inferior vena cava (IVC) filters has been increasing over time. However, because of the increased risk of deep vein thrombosis with permanent filters, placement of retrievable filters has been recommended. Little is known about the factors associated with planned retrieval of IVC filters.
Publication
Journal of general internal medicine, 2010, Vol 25, Issue 4, p321