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Semin intervent Radiol 2000; Volume 17(Number 02): 201-212
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-9445
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Intravascular Foreign Body Removal

H. Bob Smouse, Paul F. Fox, Terry M. Brady, James L. Swischuk, Flavio Castañeda, Mary T. Pham
  • Department of Radiology at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria, Peoria, Illinois
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31 December 2000 (online)

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ABSTRACT

This article outlines the various types of foreign bodies encountered in venous and arterial structures, and techniques for their removal. Specifically, the removal of inferior vena caval filters, guidewires, catheter fragments, stents, and coils is discussed.

KEYWORD

Foreign body - inferior vena cava - filters - coils - guidewires - stents