Unilateral superior vena cava syndrome: An uncommon complication of a commonly used procedure
Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome constellates symptoms of plethora and facial and upper thoracic swelling with distension of neck veins, and the consequences of this condition range from mild discomfort to upper airway obstruction. The aetiology has a strong linkage with malignancy, and is alw...
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Main Authors: | N Goolam, M Bester, D Schietekat |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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South African Medical Association
2024-10-01
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Series: | South African Medical Journal |
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Online Access: | https://samajournals.co.za/index.php/samj/article/view/2370 |
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