Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filter Placement or Removal: How to prepare and what to expect - 07/2024

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Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filter Placement or Removal: How to prepare and what to expect

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Abstract

This handout explains what an inferior vena cava filter is and what to expect when you have one placed or removed. It includes instructions to follow before and after the procedure.

Author

Interventional Radiology

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2006

Revision Date

07/2024

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General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Surgery

Specific Subject/Keyword

Blood Coagulation Disorders

Interventional Radiology

Veins

Venae Cavae

Languages

English

Record ID

3328