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184. Backed Up - An Approach to SVC Syndrome

184. Backed Up - An Approach to SVC Syndrome

FromThe Intern At Work: Internal Medicine


184. Backed Up - An Approach to SVC Syndrome

FromThe Intern At Work: Internal Medicine

ratings:
Length:
14 minutes
Released:
Feb 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

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 LaiInfographic by: Jessica Nguyen (Medical Student)Support the show
Released:
Feb 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

A pan-Canadian learner-generated internal medicine podcast. The Intern at Work is written by residents for residents, and is meant to serve you better on the wards and on call. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational use only and is not intended as the sole resource for clinical management. All scripts are original scripts. Podcasts produced out of Canada and may contain Canadian specific guidelines. Created by: Alison Lai Executive Producers: Laiya Carayannopoulos, Zahra Merali