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Published on: April 18, 2013
Computed tomographic evaluation of compression of the superior vena cava and its tributaries
Abstract:
Observations on computed tomography (CT) of 15 patients with compression of the superior vena cava (SVC) and its tributaries are reported and compared with clinical, radiographic and surgical findings. The site of compression in 14 patients was accurately determined by CT, which could delineate the presence of intraluminal clot and extrinsic compression of venous structures, as well as associated mediastinal masses. Collateral superficial vessels were identified in nine patients with contrast-enhanced scans. Contrast-enhanced mediastinal and chest CT was shown to provide detailed anatomic and physiologic information about the etiology of SVC syndrome.
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