Superior Vena Cava syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
Common cancer
A
Lung, breast, renal
2
Q
Symptoms
Signs
A
Dysponoea, facial oedema, pain.
Stridor, cyanosis, engorged chest veins
3
Q
Management
A
Sit upright
O2, steroids. 16mg dex
Liase oncology, radiology MDT.
CT chest needed.
Balloon venoplasty and SVC stenting
May have radio and chemo.
