Inferior vena cava (IVC) filter penetration is common and most often asymptomatic. However, penetration may potentially result in a variety of complications, including aortic trauma and small bowel perforation. Described is a case of IVC filter penetration resulting in renal pelvis perforation with urinoma formation.
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