Placement and Retrieval of Bilateral Iliac Vein Filters in Patients With Mega Cava

Temporary inferior vena cava (IVC) interruption is indicated in patients with venous thromboembolism (VTE) and contraindications to anticoagulation. However, temporary IVC filters are contraindicated for patients with mega cava (diameter >30 mm). We have described successful placement and retrieval of bilateral iliac vein filters to treat mega cava in two patients with VTE and contraindications to anticoagulation. Patient 1 was a 44-year-old man...