...the legs or pelvis and preventing them from traveling to the lungs. Vena cava filters are typically used in patients who are at high risk of PE, such as those...
...originating from the legs or pelvis **Superior Vena Cava (SVC) Filters** * Positioned in the superior vena cava, which drains blood from the head and upper body * Prevent clots...
...to prevent life-threatening pulmonary embolism (PE). Constructed from retrievable or permanent materials, it traps blood clots formed in the deep veins of the legs or pelvis, hindering their migration to...
...leading cause of cardiovascular-related death worldwide. **Causes and Risk Factors:** * Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the legs or pelvis * Prolonged immobilization * Pregnancy or recent childbirth * Hormone...