IVC Filters Information

Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) filters The first IVC filter prototype was created by Dr. Kazi Mobin-Uddin who published his findings in 1969. IVC filters were first introduced for use in 1998.   Why would a doctor order an IVC filter? An IVC filter may be used when a person with Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and or Pulmonary Embolism (PE) is unable to receive anticoagulation (blood thinning medication), such as when… Lire la suite »

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Thrombolytic Therapy

Thrombolytic Therapy:   A thrombolytic is a medication injected through your veins that dissolves blood clots. Often it is referred to as “clot-busting” medication. The delivery of a thrombolytic is often an emergency procedure and the best result is when there is a short time between the diagnosis of DVT/PE and the start of thrombolytic therapy. It is mostly used in cases of life or limb-threatening blood clots. In almost… Lire la suite »

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Graduated Compression Stockings (GCS)

  How do GCS work? Graduated Compression Stockings (GCS) work by putting pressure on the veins in your leg to improve the flow of blood. The term “graduated” describes that the pressure is greatest at your ankle and “gradually” lessens moving up the leg. GCS come in knee-high or full-length. If the leg swelling is below the knee, then a below-knee stocking is appropriate. If swelling involves the thigh, then… Lire la suite »

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