[The new Greenfield vena cava filter, which can be inserted percutaneously].
A clinical experience with the new Greenfield vena cava filter is described. It is made of titanium and is slightly larger than the original filter and can be inserted percutaneously through the 12 F sheath. The filter was inserted very easily and no significant complication was encountered.
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Department of Radiology, Tokyo Saiseikai Hospital.
D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011655:Pulmonary Embolism / Q000628:therapy; D016306:Vena Cava Filters