IVC Filter Placement

Question 1

A procedure used to prevent blood clots from traveling to the lungs by inserting a filter into the inferior vena cava.

Answer 1

IVC Filter Placement

Question 2

Contraindications

Answer 2

Therapeutic (Documented Thromboembolic
Disease)

An absolute contraindication to anticoagulation.

Failure of anticoagulation Prior to pulmonary thromboendarterectomy in
patients with chronic pulmonary thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension

During or after surgical or endovascular
thrombolysis/thrombectomy for massive PE
PE in the presence of severe cardiopulmonary disease

Bacteremia

Pregnant

Question 3

Methods & Approaches

Answer 3

Percutaneous Transfemoral
&
Jugular Vein

Question 4

Materials used

Answer 4

Introducer Sheaths, Guidwires, Catheters, and IVC filters

Question 5

Contrast Material

Answer 5

Iodinated CM

• They contain iodine compounds that absorb X-rays, making blood\ vessels and structures more visible on imaging studies. Iodinated contrast agents can be classified as low-osmolar or isoosmolar, with the latter being less likely to cause adverse reactions.

Question 6

Steps in the Procedure

Answer 6

Patient Preparation, Access Site Location, Catheter Navigation, Filter Deployment, Confirmation of Proper Filter Positioning, Post care, Post-Procedural Care and Monitoring.