Original paper
Relief of Superior Vena Cava Syndrome Due to Fibrosing Mediastinitis Using the Palmaz Stent
Abstract
Relief of superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome due to non-neoplastic mediastinal disease presents a formidable challenge. Long-term patency of surgically created bypass grafts has been poor, and the morbidity associated with these procedures is substantial. We report a case of SVC syndrome, caused by fibrosing mediastinitis, treated with Palmaz balloon expandable intravascular stents. Intravascular stents are a promising alternative for relief of...
Paper Details
Title
Relief of Superior Vena Cava Syndrome Due to Fibrosing Mediastinitis Using the Palmaz Stent
Published Date
Jul 1, 1994
Journal
Volume
106
Issue
1
Pages
315 - 318
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