Basilic transvenous biopsy for investigation of superior vena caval syndrome.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Percutaneous transvenous biopsy of an isolated obstructing mass of superior vena cava (SVC) is reported. Basilic vein access and King's endomyocardial bioptome have been successfully used. Metastatic cancer of SVC has been diagnosed and radiochemotherapy instituted, avoiding an undesirable thoracotomy.
Medical subject headings
- Biopsy
- Catheterization, Peripheral
- Superior Vena Cava Syndrome
- Vena Cava, Superior