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Vena cava filters: a nursing perspective

L A Sticklin1, M Walkenstein

  • 1Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA.

Oncology Nursing Forum
|April 1, 1993
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Vena cava filters help prevent pulmonary emboli (PE) in cancer patients who cannot use anticoagulants. This review covers thrombosis causes, filter use, and nursing care for these patients.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Hematology

Background:

  • Cancer patients have a higher risk of thrombosis and pulmonary emboli (PE) due to their disease and treatments.
  • Anticoagulant therapy is often contraindicated in cancer patients, necessitating alternative preventative measures.
  • Vena cava filters offer an alternative for managing embolic risk in this population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the use of vena cava filters in cancer patients for PE prevention.
  • To discuss the underlying reasons for thrombosis in cancer patients.
  • To outline nursing implications for vena cava filter placement and management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on thrombosis in cancer patients.
  • Description of vena cava filter placement procedures.

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  • Analysis of complications and nursing care related to vena cava filters.

    • Main Results:

    • Cancer-associated thrombosis and PE risk factors are detailed.
    • Challenges and contraindications of anticoagulant therapy are highlighted.
    • Vena cava filters are presented as a viable option for embolic risk reduction.

    Conclusions:

    • Vena cava filters are an important tool for preventing PE in cancer patients with contraindications to anticoagulation.
    • Understanding thrombosis etiologies and filter-related care is crucial for healthcare professionals.
    • Comprehensive nursing management is essential for optimal patient outcomes with vena cava filters.