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A patient is to have a filter inserted to prevent blood clots from traveling to the lungs. What is the name of this filter?



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Inferior vena cava filter

Explanation:

The name of this filter is also known as IVC. An IVC is what prevents blood clots from traveling to the lungs.

An IVC is a long vein in the abdomen which moves blood from the lower body to the heart. The filter is like a small basket which is implanted permanently or temporarily in a short surgery procedure.


IVC might need to be removed due to:

  • The filter is not needed
  • Risk of clot getting to the heart and lungs has been gone
  • the filter is fractured

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