Caval interruption: methods and indications.

Br J Hosp Med (Lond)

Cambridge Vascular Unit and University Department of Radiology, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge CB2 0QQ.

Published: September 2008

Venous thromboembolism is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Anticoagulation is the preferred treatment, but is not feasible in some patients. Caval interruption is the treatment of choice for prevention of recurrent pulmonary embolism. This article looks at the development of caval interruption.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/hmed.2008.69.9.31048DOI Listing

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