Can Pre-Retrieval Computed Tomography Predict the Difficult Removal of an Implementing an Inferior Vena Cava Filter?

Shinho Hong, Keun-Myoung Park, Yong Sun Jeon, Soon Gu Cho, Kee Chun Hong, Woo Young Shin, Yun-Mee Choe

Vascular Specialist International · 2016 · 14 citations · 14 references

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Abstract

Pre-retrieval CTs may be more effective for IVC filters with a dwelling time of over 45 days. Therefore, a pre-retrieval CT may be helpful in predicting CR of IVC filters with long dwelling times.

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