Inferior vena cava filters are often used for prophylaxis in patients deemed to be a high risk for pulmonary embolism (e.g. bariatric surgery in the super-obese), although whether or not this ...

It results from increased pressure in a large vein called the vena cava. JVD can signify heart failure and other cardiovascular problems. Doctors refer to the pressure in the vena cava as jugular ...

Abstract and Introduction Abstract Primary Budd-Chiari syndrome is related to thrombosis of hepatic veins or the terminal portion of the inferior vena cava. This rare disease is usually caused by ...

Studies involving ferrets necessitate knowledge of proper blood collection methods, such as cranial vena cava puncture. The CVC in the ferret has a diameter of 3.0–3.5 mm and is the main vessel ...