What is the SVC syndrome?

What are the symptoms and signs of superior vena vaca syndrome?

Dyspnea, which is seen in 63% of patients suffering from SVCS, is the most common symptom. Other symptoms include facial swelling and headaches, head fullness, coughing, arm swelling, chest discomfort, dysphagia (orthopnea), hoarseness or stridors, dysphagias, orthopneas, dysphagias, orthopneas, distorted visions, hoarseness.

The next question is: How is SVC syndrome treated? The primary treatment for SVCS involves treating the cancer with radiotherapy or chemotherapy. There are other options to treat the symptoms. Your doctor may prescribe corticosteroids to reduce swelling and diuretics to eliminate excess fluid by increasing your urination.

This being said, how can SVC syndrome be diagnosed?

Plain chest x-rays may reveal abnormal mediastinum enlargement or a lung tumor. Ultrasound can be used to check for blood clots at the chest's arm. Superior vena cava syndrome is usually diagnosed by computerized tomography (CT), which scans the chest.

Is SVC syndrome a serious condition?

SVC syndrome refers to the clinical manifestations of SVC obstruction. It can be caused by external compression, thrombosis, or invasion of the vein. SVC syndrome caused by malignant disease used to be considered a potentially fatal medical emergency that required immediate radiation therapy.