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Superior vena cava syndrome.

Authors :
Wan JF
Bezjak A
Source :
Hematology/oncology clinics of North America [Hematol Oncol Clin North Am] 2010 Jun; Vol. 24 (3), pp. 501-13.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

Superior vena cava syndrome is a common complication of malignancy. The epidemiology, presentation, and diagnostic evaluation of patients presenting with the syndrome are reviewed. Management options including chemotherapy and radiation therapy and the role of endovascular stents are discussed along with the evidence for each of the therapeutic options.<br /> (Copyright 2010 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1558-1977
Volume :
24
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Hematology/oncology clinics of North America
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
20488350
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hoc.2010.03.003