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This set of symptoms and signs resulting from the partial or complete obstruction of the superior vena cava. It is produced by the compressive effect of tumor masses either of lung, mediastinal lymphadenopathy or thymic origin. The most common case is bronchogenic carcinoma.

Symptoms and signs

Dyspnea is the earliest symptom, subsequently accompanied by edema and swelling facial and arm level.

Cough, dyspnea, chest pain, Dysphagia, cyanosis, congestion, headache, dizziness.

Triada of the superior vena cava :

1.Circulación toracobraquial collateral.

2.Edema in tippet.

3.Cianosis Facial.