Thrombosis of the superior vena cava without extrinsic compression can also occur (Figure 1B). When the superior vena cava is obstructed, blood flows through a collateral vascular network to the ...

[12] Previous lead infection predisposes to SVC thrombosis, but it remains unclear whether the presence of multiple leads is also a risk factor. [7] As illustrated in this case, sinus node ...

Catheter-associated thrombosis is the most common noninfectious complication of implantable venous access devices and can cause superior vena cava syndrome. The diagnosis can be confirmed with Doppler ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when ...

Superior vena cava syndrome is often a secondary problem caused by a cancerous tumor or a blood clot that restricts blood flow through this particular vein. It used to be considered a medical ...

If the cancer spreads to the lymph nodes around the superior vena cava, they can enlarge and press on or cause a blockage in the vein. SVCS can also be caused by a blood clot in the vein.

A clot that blocks blood flow in one of your lungs ... The superior vena cava (SVC) delivers blood from your head, chest, and arms to your heart. The inferior vena cava (IVC) brings blood ...

A dangerous blood clot has taken San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama out of play for the rest of the 2024-2025 basketball season, the NBA announced Thursday. Wembanyama, a 21-year-old French ...

Thrombosis of both superficial cephalic and basilic veins was also observed. Venography confirmed thrombotic occlusion of the SVC (Figure 2A). Figure 2: A series of venograms showing the patient's ...

A multimodal approach for the treatment of upper extremity thrombosis, developed by Machleder, [14] was adopted in the patient, and proved to be successful.

Superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) is when something -- usually a cancerous tumor -- blocks or pinches the superior vena cava, a major vein that carries blood from your chest, neck, and head to ...