Superior vena cava syndrome
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [3]
Synonyms and keywords: SVC syndrome; superior vena cava obstruction; SVC obstruction; superior mediastinal syndrome; SVCS; SVCO
Overview
Historical Perspective
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Superior Vena Cava Syndrome from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Chest X Ray | CT | MRI | Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Radiation Therapy | Primary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies