http://www.appliedradiology.com RSS Feed on Applied Radiologyhttp://www.appliedradiology.com//Issues/2006/03/Articles/Retrievable-inferior-vena-cava-filters.aspxMechanical filtration of the inferior vena cava with vena cava filters has become an accepted form of protection against pulmonary embolism in patients who have or are at risk for complications from thromboembolic disease and who have a contraindication to anticoagulation. This article addresses currently available retrievable filters, indi-cations for their placement and retrieval, and recommen- dations of current practice guidelines.Monday, 06 Mar 2006 15:42:24 GMT