Inferior vena cava filter
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An inferior vena cava filter is a medical device made of metal that is implanted into the inferior vena cava to prevent life-threatening pulmonary embolisms. It is typically placed by vascular surgeons or interventional radiologists for patients with venous thromboembolism who have contraindications to anticoagulant therapy.
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Travis says implanted IVC filters last about 20 years and can break internally.
“they have a life expectancy of about 20 years. And then sometimes the filter breaks inside of you”
Open the episode · #2540 - Travis BarkerListen at 1:56:48
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