[Fracture of percutaneously inserted IVC filters--two cases of Günther's filter].

: During the period from 1988 to 1990, percutaneous insertion of Gunther vena caval filters were performed in ten patients in our institution. In two of them, fracture and partial migration of anchoring limbs were observed. Gunthter's filter is an attractive device for interventional radiologist because of its technical ease of percutaneous placement and relative stability within the vein. However, our experience suggests that this device is not entirely safe and reliable. The patients should be carefully followed up with a possibility of distal migration in mind. Further structural improvement seems necessary.