superior vena cava syndrome
Obstruction of the blood flow in the superior vena cava caused by a malignant neoplasm, thrombosis, or aneurysm. It is a medical emergency requiring immediate treatment. Signs and symptoms include swelling and cyanosis of the face, neck, and upper arms, cough, orthopnea, and headache.
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syndromic disease
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vascular disorder
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SVC obstruction
related
SVC syndrome
related
SVCS
related
superior vena cava obstruction
related
superior vena cava syndrome
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superior vena cava thrombosis
related