Superior vena cava syndrome presenting as position-dependent periorbital oedema
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2018-225220
Abstract: A 54-year-old woman presented to our dermatology clinic with a 2 months history of periorbital oedema, more prominent after lying down in horizontal position. Her face and throat felt swollen. She experienced dyspnoea on exertion, fatigue… read more here.
Keywords: periorbital oedema; oedema; vena cava; position ... See more keywords
Rare cause of superior vena cava syndrome: a giant bulla
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2018-226477
Abstract: Superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) is a group of symptoms caused by obstruction of superior vena cava. External compression caused by benign or malign processes is the most common physiopathology. We aim to present a… read more here.
Keywords: vena cava; bulla; superior vena; cava syndrome ... See more keywords
Substernal multinodular goiter resulting in superior vena cava syndrome and tracheal compression
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-252827
Abstract: A woman in her early 70s presented to the family medicine clinic with shortness of breath and an inability to lie flat for several months. When lying flat or on lifting her arms above her… read more here.
Keywords: cava syndrome; superior vena; vena cava; goiter resulting ... See more keywords
Dysphagia as a manifestation in superior vena cava syndrome
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2023-257231
Abstract: The differential diagnosis of dysphagia and dyspnoea with cervicofacial oedema is wide and includes diseases with variable prognosis that may require an urgent approach. This article presents the case of a middle-aged man who came… read more here.
Keywords: superior vena; dysphagia; manifestation superior; cava syndrome ... See more keywords
Superior vena cava syndrome caused by a giant right coronary artery aneurysm
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DOI: 10.1177/02184923251317752
Abstract: We present the case of a 61-year-old male who was admitted with superior vena cava syndrome. Patient’s medical history includes a coronary artery bypass surgery 5 years ago. Echocardiography and computed tomography angiography showed a… read more here.
Keywords: coronary artery; superior vena; cava syndrome; vena cava ... See more keywords
Mid-Term Patency of Spiral Saphenous Vein Graft for Malignant Superior Vena Cava Syndrome
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DOI: 10.1177/15385744221121205
Abstract: Reports documenting the mid-term patency of spiral saphenous vein grafts for superior vena cava syndrome in patients with advanced thoracic malignancy are, so far, scarce. The present report describes a 69-year-old man who suffered superior… read more here.
Keywords: spiral saphenous; superior vena; vena cava; cava syndrome ... See more keywords
Surgical technique and outcomes associated with the use of femoral vein in venous reconstruction for superior vena cava syndrome.
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DOI: 10.1177/17085381251313983
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Superior vena cava syndrome (SVC) is a debilitating disease, and surgical reconstruction has been described with some of the best results using spiral great saphenous vein (SGSV) grafts. SGSV grafts can be difficult to… read more here.
Keywords: superior vena; reconstruction; venous reconstruction; cava syndrome ... See more keywords
Pleural transudate: pathophysiology during superior vena cava syndrome
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DOI: 10.1183/23120541.00251-2018
Abstract: Pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of pleural transudates has widely been described in the literature [1–3]. Except for left heart failure, which requires diuretics, thoracoscopic talc pleurodesis appears to be a safe and effective therapeutic option… read more here.
Keywords: vena cava; pathophysiology; superior vena; cava syndrome ... See more keywords
Performance and safety of diagnostic procedures in superior vena cava syndrome
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DOI: 10.1183/23120541.00392-2020
Abstract: Superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) is an uncommon condition resulting from extrinsic compression or intraluminal blockade of the superior vena cava. The increased upper body venous pressure results in distended subcutaneous vessels and oedema of… read more here.
Keywords: safety diagnostic; diagnostic procedures; performance safety; vena cava ... See more keywords
[Superior vena cava syndrome associated with bilateral angle closure glaucoma].
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DOI: 10.1556/650.2022.32668
Abstract: Superior vena cava syndrome is a set of symptoms resulting from partial or complete blockage of the superior vena cava. In the majority of cases, it develops secondary to lung tumors and lymphoma. It is… read more here.
Keywords: superior vena; vena cava; cava syndrome;
Should endovascular stenting be used routinely as first-line treatment for malignant superior vena cava syndrome?-A critical review in the context of recent advances in oncological treatments.
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DOI: 10.21037/apm-22-1293
Abstract: Malignant superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) is no longer considered a medical emergency in most cases because it rarely leads to life-threatening complications. However, it results in disturbing symptoms that can significantly affect patients' quality… read more here.
Keywords: cava syndrome; superior vena; advances oncological; vena cava ... See more keywords