The inferior vena cava is one of two parts that make up the vena cava. The IVC carries blood from the legs, feet, and organs in the abdomen and pelvis to the right side of the heart.

An inferior vena cava filter is a small device placed inside a vein called the inferior vena cava. A doctor uses a thin catheter that is inserted into your neck or groin to put the filter in place.

Inferior vena cava leiomyosarcoma is an exceptionally rare malignant tumour originating from the smooth muscle cells of the inferior vena cava (IVC). Characterised by an insidious onset and non ...

Interruption of the inferior vena cava was contemplated, but the patient's condition interdicted any operative interference. She slowly responded to conservative measures and left the hospital ...

The inferior vena cava can be injured by gunshots, stab wounds, or surgery. Injury to this vein causes lots of blood to be lost quickly and can lead to death.

The right-sided extraperitoneal operative approach to the inferior vena cava was chosen in almost all cases. Ligation was performed with 2 heavy-silk ligatures placed 0.5 cm. apart.

Inferior vena cava filters are often used for prophylaxis in patients deemed to be a high risk for pulmonary embolism (e.g. bariatric surgery in the super-obese), ...

Dublin, May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Inferior Vena Cava Filters (IVCF) Pipeline Report including Stages of Development, Segments, Region and Countries, Regulatory Path and Key Companies ...

Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filter Market Industry 2025–2035 This market research report explores the evolving landscape of the Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filter Market from 2025 to 2035. As a critical ...

Abdominal vascular injuries are rare but highly lethal, with the inferior vena cava (IVC) being the most commonly injured visceral vessel, accounting for 30% to 40% of intra-abdominal vascular ...

Cite this: Safety and Effectiveness of Inferior Vena Cava Filters Used to Protect Against Pulmonary Embolus: A Technology Assessment - Medscape - Feb 01, 2011. Abstract and Introduction Background ...