Key result
Retrievable G2 inferior vena cava filters can cause multiple caval perforations, including penetration of filter prongs into the aortic lumen.
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What are the clinical presentations, treatments, and outcomes of aortic penetration by temporary inferior vena cava filters?
What are the clinical presentations, treatments, and outcomes of aortic penetration by temporary inferior vena cava filters?
Temporary inferior vena cava filters can cause severe complications, including IVC perforation and aortic penetration, requiring careful monitoring and management.
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Alerts clinicians to monitor for aortic complications with retrievable IVC filters; leaves open optimal retrieval timing and device safety.
We report a patient who received a retrievable G2 filter and developed inferior vena cava perforations in multiple locations, including penetration of one of the prongs inside the aortic lumen. Furthermore, we conducted an extensive literature review of similar cases to describe the clinical presentation, aortic pathology, radiologic findings, treatment, and outcomes related to this complication.
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Caceres et al. (2012) studied this question. Retrievable G2 inferior vena cava filters can cause multiple caval perforations, including penetration of filter prongs into the aortic lumen.
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