Table 1.
Indications of IVC filter insertion.
Therapeutic indications (evidence of PE or IVC, iliac, or femoropopliteal DVT) | 103 |
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Absolute or relative contraindication to anticoagulation | 93 |
Massive PE with residual DVT in a patient at risk for further PE | 9 |
Free-floating iliofemoral or IVC thrombus | 1 |
Prophylactic indications | 38 |
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Multiple long-bone and pelvic bone fractures with BTK vein thrombosis | 35 |
Intracranial hemorrhage with BTK vein thrombosis | 3 |
IVC – inferior vena cava.
DVT – deep vein thrombosis.
PE – pulmonary thromboembolism.
BTK – below the knee.