Superior vena cava syndrome caused by a benign intrathoracic goiter

Superior vena cava syndrome caused by a benign intrathoracic goiter

Intrathoracic goiters are defined as the extension of the thyroid gland into the mediastinum. Superior Vena Cava (SVC) syndrome due to the compression of major vessels can be seen in these patients. Most cases of SVC syndrome occur as a complication of malignancy. A 75-year-old female, non-smoker, w...

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Main Authors: Yilmaz Polat, Hasan Baki and #775; Altinsoy, Hi and #775;lal Turkben Polat, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Seli and #775;m Sozen, Mehmet Burak Dal
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: GESDAV 2016-12-01
Series:Archives of Clinical and Experimental Surgery
Subjects:
Vena cava superior syndrome
goiter
thyroidectomy
Online Access:http://www.scopemed.org/fulltextpdf.php?mno=174943

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