[Worsening of proximal thrombosis after insertion of a temporary caval filter (3 cases)].
We report three cases of extensive thrombosis of the inferior vena cava after insertion of a temporary cava filter in patients with hypercoagulable state. The indication of implantation of a temporary cava filter in these kinds of patients have to be questioned. A primary implantation of a definite filter should be preferred.
Carcone
B
B
Service de cardiologie et de médecine interne, clinique de la Providence, Antony, France.
Pernes
J M
JM
Carcopino
J M
JM
Chollet
D
D
Pouillard
F
F
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012307:Risk Factors; D013927:Thrombosis / Q000209:etiology*; D016306:Vena Cava Filters / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014682:Vena Cava, Inferior