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Superior vena caval stenting for SVC obstruction: current status
Arul Ganeshan1, Lye Quen Hon, Dinuke R Warakaulle
1Department of Radiology, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX3 9DU, UK.
Abstract:
Symptomatic obstruction of the superior vena cava is a debilitating and potentially life-threatening condition. Conventional surgery and radiation therapy have a historical role in the management of patients with malignant superior vena cava obstruction. Interventional radiologists can relieve these symptoms rapidly and safely in the vast majority of patients. The technical and clinical success rates are high and compare very favorably with currently available medical and surgical treatments. Although recurrent obstruction may occur, most patients can be treated by re-intervention.
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