An unusual complication in a case of verminous aneurysm
Voortman, O.; Binkhorst, G.J.; Walvoort, H.C.
Tijdschrift Voor Diergeneeskunde 105(3): 87-89
1980
ISSN/ISBN: 0040-7453 PMID: 7355397 Document Number: 158667
Perforation of the inferior vena cava has been reported following insertion of the Kim-Ray Greenfield filter. This report describes this complication as a consequence of a preventable technical error. However, the clinical implications of such a malpositioned filter may extend beyond the possible obvious complications of retroperitoneal hemorrhage or paracaval organ injury. Inadequate protection against pulmonary embolism may result. A three-dimensional concept is presented to illustrate the loss of equal "compartmentalization" of the cava.