Common indications for IVC filter placement

Common indications for IVC filter placement

For patients with lower extremity DVT, accepted indications include:

  • • A contraindication to anticoagulation.
  • • Recurrent thromboembolic disease despite adequate anticoagulation.
  • • Significant bleeding complication while undergoing anticoagulation.
  • • Inability to achieve anticoagulation.
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