Endovascular retrieval of a TrapEase permanent inferior vena cava filter from the aorta

Sailen G. Naidu, William M. Stone, John P. Sweeney, Samuel R. Money

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Abstract

Intra-aortic inferior vena cava filter placement is a rare event. We describe a case in which a permanent vena caval filter was retrieved from the aorta with endovascular techniques. Knowledge of filter design, catheters, and available wires is important to perform this procedure safely.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)237-239
Number of pages3
JournalJournal of vascular surgery
Volume55
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2012

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

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