Table 2 Indications for Filter Removal (Kaufman et al. 2006)
From: Procedural complications of inferior vena cava filter retrieval, an illustrated review
Risk of PE is low (patient is anticoagulated or clinical status has changed) | |
Anticipated patient survival is > 6 months | |
Filter can be removed safely | |
Future return to need for filter is not anticipated (e.g. major upcoming surgery not planned) |