Inferior vena cavagram was performed through the dilator/multipurpose catheter.The dilator was then removed and the ivc filter delivered through the sheath and positioned just below the right renal vein and deployed.The filter affixed to the right lateral wall of the ivc but failed to deploy and remained in its closed position.A second filter was delivered and deployed in the same location to not only serve as a filter but to trap the original filter against the wall of the ivc.The sheath was extracted and manual compression was held for hemostasis.The patient tolerated the procedure well and was taken to the icu in stable condition.No noted harm to patient.Device still implanted in patient.
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