Prophylactic Placement of an Inferior Vena Cava Filter During Aspiration Thrombectomy for Acute Deep Venous Thrombosis of the Lower Extremity

Conclusions:
Thrombus migration occurred frequently during aspiration thrombectomy of patients with acute DVT in the lower extremity. However, further studies are needed to establish a standard protocol for the prophylactic placement of an IVC filter during aspiration thrombectomy.

Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - May 9, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Kwon, S. H., Park, S. H., Oh, J. H., Song, M. G., Seo, T.-S. Tags: Original Manuscripts Source Type: research