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==Overview==
==Overview==
SVC syndrome usually presents more gradually with an increase in symptoms over time as malignancies increase in size or invasiveness.<ref name="emedicine">{{cite web | last = Beeson | first = Michael S | title = Superior Vena Cava Syndrome | url=http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic561.htm | accessdate = 2008-03-24 }}</ref> Symptoms occur when something blocks the [[blood]] flowing back to the [[heart]]. They may begin suddenly or gradually, and may worsen when you bend over or lie down. The most common symptoms are  shortness of breath ([[dyspnea]]) and [[swelling]] of the face, neck, trunk, and arms.
The hallmark of [[superior vena cava syndrome]] is elevated [[jugular venous pressure]]. A positive history of [[cancer]] and intra-vascular devices are suggestive of [[superior vena cava syndrome]]. The most common [[Symptom|symptoms]] of [[superior vena cava syndrome]] include upper body [[swelling]], [[dyspnea]], and [[cough]].


==History and Symptoms==
==History==
The most common symptoms include the following:
* Obtaining the history is the most important aspect of making a [[diagnosis]] of [[superior vena cava syndrome]]. It provides insight into cause, possible recurrence, and associated [[Comorbid|comorbid conditions]]. Complete history will help determine the correct therapy and helps in determining the [[prognosis]]. Specific histories about the [[Symptom|symptoms]] (duration, onset, and  progression), associated [[Symptom|symptoms]], and [[drug]] usage have to be obtained.<ref name="pmid16502166">{{cite journal |vauthors=Uberoi R |title=Quality assurance guidelines for superior vena cava stenting in malignant disease |journal=Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol |volume=29 |issue=3 |pages=319–22 |year=2006 |pmid=16502166 |doi=10.1007/s00270-005-0284-9 |url=}}</ref> 
 
* Specific areas of focus when obtaining the history, are outlined below: 
** History of [[cancer]] 
** History of [[Infection|infections]] 
** Recent [[Surgery|surgeries]] or [[Intervention (counseling)|interventions]] (eg. intravascular devices) 
** Associated [[symptoms]] ([[lethargy]], [[fever]], [[confusion]]) 
** Previous response to [[glucocorticoids]]
 
==Symptoms==
 
[[Superior vena cava syndrome]] patients gradually develop [[Symptom|symptoms]] as the [[malignancies]] increase in size. [[Symptoms]] occur when [[obstruction]] of [[Venous blood|venous blood flow]] back to the heart is compromised. [[Symptoms]] may begin suddenly or gradually, and may worsen with [[Dizziness|postural changes]]. [[Symptom|Symptoms]] are quite varied among [[benign]] and [[malignant]] [[superior vena cava syndrome]]. They can range from sub-clinical presentation to death. [[Superior vena cava syndrome]] is an [[Oncologic emergencies|oncological emergency]] which if untreated never resolves on its own. <ref name="emedicine">{{cite web | last = Beeson | first = Michael S | title = Superior Vena Cava Syndrome | url=http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic561.htm | accessdate = 2008-03-24 }}</ref>
 
==Common Symptoms==
The most common [[Symptom|symptoms]] include the following:<ref name="wikibooks">Radiation Oncology/Palliation/SVC Syndrome. WikiBooks https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Radiation_Oncology/Palliation/SVC_Syndrome Accessed on January 13, 2016</ref>
*[[Dyspnea]]
*[[Dyspnea]]
*[[Cough]]
*[[Cough]]
*[[Swelling]] of the face, neck, trunk, and arms
*[[Swelling]] of the face, neck, trunk, and arms
Less common symptoms include the following:
 
==Less Common Symptoms==
Less common [[Symptom|symptoms]] include the following:<ref name="wikibooks">Radiation Oncology/Palliation/SVC Syndrome. WikiBooks https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Radiation_Oncology/Palliation/SVC_Syndrome Accessed on January 13, 2016</ref>
 
*[[Hoarseness]]
*[[Hoarseness]]
*[[Chest pain]]
*[[Chest pain]]
*Problems [[swallowing]] and/or talking
*Problems [[swallowing]] and/or talking
*Coughing up [[blood]].
*[[Coughing]] up [[blood]]
*[[Headache]]
*[[Headache]]
*[[Lightheadedness]]
*[[Lightheadedness]]
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*[[Fainting]]
*[[Fainting]]
*Sensation of [[head]] or [[ear]] "fullness"
*Sensation of [[head]] or [[ear]] "fullness"
*Vision changes
*[[Vision|Vision changes]]


==References==
==References==
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [2]

Overview

The hallmark of superior vena cava syndrome is elevated jugular venous pressure. A positive history of cancer and intra-vascular devices are suggestive of superior vena cava syndrome. The most common symptoms of superior vena cava syndrome include upper body swelling, dyspnea, and cough.

History

Symptoms

Superior vena cava syndrome patients gradually develop symptoms as the malignancies increase in size. Symptoms occur when obstruction of venous blood flow back to the heart is compromised. Symptoms may begin suddenly or gradually, and may worsen with postural changes. Symptoms are quite varied among benign and malignant superior vena cava syndrome. They can range from sub-clinical presentation to death. Superior vena cava syndrome is an oncological emergency which if untreated never resolves on its own. [2]

Common Symptoms

The most common symptoms include the following:[3]

Less Common Symptoms

Less common symptoms include the following:[3]

References

  1. Uberoi R (2006). "Quality assurance guidelines for superior vena cava stenting in malignant disease". Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 29 (3): 319–22. doi:10.1007/s00270-005-0284-9. PMID 16502166.
  2. Beeson, Michael S. "Superior Vena Cava Syndrome". Retrieved 2008-03-24.
  3. 3.0 3.1 Radiation Oncology/Palliation/SVC Syndrome. WikiBooks https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Radiation_Oncology/Palliation/SVC_Syndrome Accessed on January 13, 2016

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