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  • Title: Troubleshooting OptEase inferior vena cava filter retrieval.
    Author: Nakashima M, Kobayashi H, Kobayashi M.
    Journal: Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann; 2016 Jan; 24(1):36-8. PubMed ID: 24828829.
    Abstract:
    For treatment of deep vein thrombosis and prevention of pulmonary thromboembolism, a retrievable inferior vena cava filter is commonly utilized as an effective bridge to anticoagulation. However, we have experienced difficulties in retrieving inferior vena cava filters. Endovascular retrieval assisted by disposable biopsy forceps is an appropriate approach because it provides a less-invasive low-cost way to remove a migrated filter. We suggest this troubleshooting technique to deal with filter hook migration into the caval wall.
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