A new method of management using the Kim-Ray Greenfield filter for deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in spinal cord injury.

In this study, it is documented that the proper location of the Kim-Ray Greenfield filter offers excellent protection against PE in patients with SCI and DVT. The device has been associated with thrombosis of the IVC in two of 21 patients, and the thrombosis was well tolerated. The incidence of complications has been quite low. We believe that this is a most acceptable method of managing patients with SCI and DVT or PE when heparin is either inadequate or contraindicated.