IVC Filters

An IVC (Inferior Vena Cava) filter is a small, wire-mesh device implanted into the body’s largest vein (the inferior vena cava) to catch blood clots traveling from the legs/pelvis toward the heart and lungs.

1. Prevents Pulmonary Embolism (PE):
   Traps clots before they reach the lungs, reducing the risk of a life-threatening PE.
2. For Patients Who Can’t Use Blood Thinners:
   Used when anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) are unsafe due to bleeding risks (e.g., after surgery, trauma, or stroke).
3. Acts as a “Safety Net”:
   Provides short-term protection while underlying clotting risks are managed.