IVC filter — placement
Placement of a small filter in the IVC to prevent blood clots from migrating to the lungs.
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
Placed when anticoagulation is contraindicated in a patient with DVT or PE, or when PE occurs despite adequate anticoagulation.
Procedure
Under local anesthesia, filter deployed in the IVC via femoral/jugular vein under fluoroscopy. Duration: 15-30 minutes.
Risks
Filter migration, IVC thrombosis, venous perforation, filter fracture.
Recovery
Same-day/next-day discharge. Retrieval recommended once anticoagulation can resume.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
4 doctors
Dr Vincent DUROUS
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay
Dr Quentin LAFERTé
Radiologue interventionnelSaint-Quentin
Dr Alexandre NéROT
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay, Chambéry
Dr Nicolas VILLARD
Radiologue interventionnelLausanne