What are some common uses of the procedure Inferior vena cava (IVC) filters are placed in patients who have a history of or are at risk of developing blood clots in the legs, including patients:Inferior vena cava (IVC) filters are placed in patients who have a history of or are at risk of developing blood clots in the legs, including patients:

• Diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
• With pulmonary embolus.
• Who are trauma victims.
• Who are immobile.
• Who have recently had surgery or delivered a baby. IVC filters are used when patients cannot be successfully treated by other methods, including blood thinning agents.

What are some common uses of the procedure