Bidirectional Sling Technique with Biopsy Forceps for Inferior Vena Cava Filter Retrieval

Abstract

Although the importance of the retrieval of an optional inferior vena cava filter (o-IVCF) has gained attention because of the awareness of a high complication rate with long indwelling time, the o-IVCF retrieval rate remains low. The advanced retrieval technique of o-IVCF may increase the retrieval rate, which in turn diminishes future adverse events. Through two cases, we describe how to perform the novel approach “bidirectional sling technique with biopsy forceps.” This technique will improve the retrieval rate in patients following the failure by conventional retrieval technique.