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 language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 237-239 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of vascular surgery |
Volume | 55 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 2012 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine