Placement of the Inferior Vena Cava Filter: Indication, Technique and Results

Abstract

We mentioned the indication and percutaneous technique for placement of the inferior vena cava filter, and analyzed the early and late results of this method. A placement of the inferior vena cava filter is very effective and safe procedure to prevent recurrent and massive pulmonary thromboembolism due to deep vein thrombosis. As inferior vena cava filter, Titanium Greenfieid filter, Stainless steel Greenfieid filter, Simon nitinol filter, Vena Tech filter and Bird’s nest filter are available in Japan. Antheor temporary vena cava filter is also used nowadays.