Case Report: Filtering the data on IVC filters

Abstract

Venous thromboembolic disease is associated with high rates of morbidity and mortality. First line therapy for thromboembolic disease remains anticoagulation. However, certain populations warrant consideration of an inferior vena cava (IVC) filter. This case report discusses an example of a patient who presented with an acute pulmonary embolism and highlights the utilization of the inferior vena cava (IVC) filter as patient therapy. Thus, in this case report we will review the indications for IVC filter placement and compare the compliance of IVC filter placement to established guidelines of use.