Notes in 3. SVC Syndrome

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Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::SVC Syndrome (SVC Compression)}} {{c1::Facial, neck, upper thoracic plethora}} {{c1::Oedema}} {{c1::Cyanosis}} {{c1::Distended v…
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::SVC Syndrome (Superior Mediastinum Compression)}}Due to compression of trachea: {{c1::Dyspnoea}} {{c1::Tachypnoea}} {{c1::Cough…
Published	02/10/2024	Causes of SVC Syndrome {{c1::Lymphoma (Burkitt’s)}} {{c1::Neuroblastoma}} {{c1::Germ cell tumour}} {{c1::Thrombosis}}
Published	02/10/2024	Investigations of SVC Syndrome {{c1::CXR / CT Chest (Usually unable to tolerate lying flat)}} {{c1::ECHO}}
Published	02/10/2024	Approach to SVC Syndrome {{c1::Keep patients upright and calm}} {{c1::Urgent biopsy (Drainage if pleural fluid)}} {{c1::Obtain diagnostic info (FBC, B…
Published	02/10/2024	Germ Cell Tumour markers include {{c1::alpha fetoprotein}} and {{c1::BhCG}}
Published	02/10/2024	Excessive hormone production e.g. {{c1::erythropoeitin}} may be seen in Germ Cell Tumours and Liver Tumours
Published	02/10/2024	Management of SVC Syndrome {{c1::Chemotherapy is usually rapidly effective}} {{c1::Radiotherapy is effective}} {{c1::Surgery is rarely needed (if chem…
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