Description of event according to initial reporter: the physician attempted to place the ivc filter via jugular access.The filter was unsheathed and attempted to deploy using the appropriate buttons; however the hook would not disengage after several attempts.After unsuccessful attempts, the filter was re sheathed and removed the deployment handle and filter in tact leaving the sheath in place and opened a new filter and successfully placed the filter as intended.Patient outcome: according to the initial reporter, the patient did not experience any adverse effects due to this occurrence.
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