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The Anatomy of the Inferior Vena Cava
The IVC is one of the largest veins in the body, carrying a large volume of blood. It is about four inches long and almost 1 inch in diameter. The IVC goes from the diaphragm into the right side ...
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Safety and Effectiveness of Inferior Vena Cava Filters Used to Protect Against Pulmonary Embolus: A Technology Assessment
The key areas of differences among the filters are in the diameter of the introducer system and also in the maximal size of the IVC that can be accommodated by the filter. With the increasing ease ...