Leiomyosarcoma of the superior vena cava and azygos vein.

Levett, J M; Meffert, W G; Strong, W W; Hass, A C; Macke, R A; Berg, G G; Nelson, M A; Ghosh, C · Ann Thorac Surg · 1995

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A 40-year-old woman presented with facial swelling and pressure sensation of the ears and sinuses. Chest roentgenography revealed a right paratracheal mass, which was confirmed by a venogram, and transjugular biopsy showed low-grade leiomyosarcoma. The superior vena cava was resected and reconstructed using a spiral vein graft. Pathologic evaluation revealed a low-grade leiomyosarcoma arising from both the superior vena cava and the azygos vein with clear margins.

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