Follow-up/Toxicity

Question 1

What are potential acute toxicities of emergent RT for SVC syndrome?

Answer 1

Potential acute toxicities of emergent RT for SVC syndrome: fatigue, skin irritation, cough, esophagitis

Question 2

What are potential subacute and chronic toxicities of RT for SVC syndrome?

Answer 2

Potential subacute and chronic toxicities of RT for SVC syndrome: RT pneumonitis, pericarditis, pulmonary fibrosis, esophageal stenosis.