indicating the likely occlusion of the jugular veins. These signs were consistent with superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome. Precordial examination was notable for a healing left pectoral scar and an ...

Symptoms may occur when the tumor in your lung compresses on nearby airways and organs or veins. The superior vena cava, SVC vein when restricted, can cause swelling, dizziness, and headaches.

It is the lower, or inferior, part of the vena cava—a large vein also made up of the superior vena cava that carries blood from the head, neck, arms, and chest in the upper body to the heart.

Elective computed tomography in an 85-year-old man (Figure a; mixed arterial/venous contrast phase) revealed an absent right superior vena cava (SVC; asterisk) and an isolated persistent left SVC ...

The Bio-Medicus Multi-Stage features multiple drainage ports allowing for optimal drainage of the entire venous circulation by accessing the SVC, atrium and the IVC. The extended length introducer ...

Nonmalignant etiologies of SVC syndrome include iatrogenic causes (e.g. pacemaker and defibrillator leads, and central venous catheters), infectious diseases (e.g. fibrosing mediastinitis ...