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[Complications after implantation of anti-embolic cava filter]
Grudnaia I Serdechno-Sosudistaia Khirurgiia
|January 1, 1990
Insights
The REPTELA cava-filter shows low complication rates in patients. Proper implantation techniques are crucial for minimizing risks such as hematoma and filter migration.
Area of Science:
- Vascular surgery
- Interventional radiology
Background:
- Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) filters are used to prevent pulmonary embolism.
- The REPTELA cava-filter is a device designed for this purpose.
Observation:
- The study analyzed immediate and late-term results of REPTELA cava-filter implantation.
- Immediate results were assessed in 750 patients, and late-term results in 400 patients.
Findings:
- Low incidence of complications was observed.
- Hematoma at subclavian vein puncture: 1.6%.
- Retroperitoneal hematomas: 0.1%.
- Cava-filter migration: 0.9%.
Implications:
- Complications are primarily associated with improper implantation techniques.
- Emphasizes the importance of standardized and skilled implantation procedures.
- Suggests potential for safe and effective use of REPTELA filters with adherence to best practices.
Abstract:
The article is based on study of the immediate results of REPTELA cava-filter implantation in 750 patients and the late-term results in 400 patients. The incidence of the complications is low. Hematoma at the site of subclavian vein puncture developed in 1.6%, retroperitoneal hematomas in 0.1%, migration of the cava-filter occurred in 0.9% of cases. The main causes of the complications are linked with improper methods of implantation of the cava-filter.