Question:
When a venous thrombosis an Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) filter is required

I need information on this. How the Vena Cava Filter is inserted, when does it come out, side affects, risks etc. Although I have never had blood clots (that I know of) Dr. Husted (Right Weight) believes I may be high risk for clots (because of no spleen) any information will be appreciated.    — Victoria B. (posted on October 2, 1999)

October 2, 1999
The vena cava filters are inserted by a surgeon or a radiologist through a leg or lower neck vein, and they are never removed. it fits in the vena cava in the mid abdomen and is like a mesh which prevents large blood clots from going from the legs to the lungs. Dr Bodner
   — Bruce B.

July 7, 2003
Hey, I need to have a greenfield filter put in because I have had DVT's previously. I went and saw a vascular surgeon who told me that they are coming out with a filter that is temporary. They put it in during surgery, then it remains in for a couple of weeks, then when the threat of clots decreases, they remove the filter. He told me that he would not put the filter in too soon and also it would be better for me to have the temporary filter because of the damage to the veins in my left leg. If I got the filter and it was left in, I could develop a blockage because of venous insufficiency, which could develop into something more serious, possible loss of the limb. I don't want to freak anyone out, but I did want to pass on some info...in case you face the same complications as I do. Its good to know that there is a temporary filter coming out.
   — Lisa H.