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Name some complications of IVC filters.
Complications with retrievable IVC filters include deep vein thrombosis, filter fracture, filter migration, perforation of the IVC wall, potentially damaging or penetrating surrounding structures. Case reports of abdominal pain from perforated IVC relieved by removal of IVC filter. Ref 8. Caval perforation caused by a Günther Tulip filter, with associated vertebral osteomyelitis, ref 9. Misplacement of a vena cava filter into the spinal canal, ref 10. Associated caval, aortic, and duodenal perforation, ref 11.
Retrievable Gunter Tulip IVC filter is seen overlying IVC. Severe DJD spine and disc.