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Medwatch number mw5090798.It was reported that patient experienced abdominal pain.On (b)(6) 2011, patient was implanted with a greenfield vena cava filter (gvcf).Per patient, she experienced severe abdominal pain 3 years post device implantation.Then 1 year later, patient developed gastrointestinal bleeding for which she was diagnosed with diverticulitis.About six months ago, the patient was diagnosed with acid reflux.The diagnosis came after experiencing a feeling of light headedness each time she went to the bathroom to have a bowel movement.The patient is currently on prilosec which seems to be helping with the feeling of discomfort and light headedness.
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