Despite scarce evidence, we reckon that Inferior Vena Cava Filter (IVCF) could improve prognosis in selected patients with fat embolism syndrome (FES), especially those presenting high risk factors, after accurately weighing risks and benefits.

This measure may also help to earlier stabilize the patient so that definitive surgical treatment of the fractures is promptly provided.

The study by Vetrugno et al. shed light on risk factors related to FES.

However, further research is necessary to identify the best treatment and prevention strategies.

Structured studies and prospective evaluation are needed to establish the effective benefits of IVC filter placement in similar cases.

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