Vena Cava Filters
| Medical Definition: |
Mechanical devices inserted in the inferior vena cava that prevent the migration of blood clots from deep venous thrombosis of the leg. |
| Also Called: |
Umbrella Filters |
| Previously Indexed: |
Filtration/instrumentation (1972-1990),Pulmonary Embolism (1972-1990),Vena Cava, Inferior (1972-1990) |
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