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In this episode, we discuss the approach to a patient with SVC syndrome. This includes considering both malignant and non-malignant causes. Treatment focuses on relief of the obstruction and investigation and management of malignant causes. Our medicine minute discusses a 2021 trial reviewing endovascular therapy for SVC syndrome.

Written by: Dr. Samuel Chan (Internal Medicine Resident)
Reviewed by: Dr. John Goffin (Medical Oncologist) and Dr. Andrew Cheung (General Internist)
Podcast recorded by: Alison Lai
Infographic by: Jessica Nguyen (Medical Student)

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