Superior vena cava syndrome caused by a benign intrathoracic goiter
Intrathoracic goiters are defined as the extension of the thyroid gland into the mediastinum. Superior Vena Cava (SVC) syndrome due to the compression of major vessels can be seen in these patients. Most cases of SVC syndrome occur as a complication of malignancy. A 75-year-old female, non-smoker, w...
Main Authors: | Yilmaz Polat, Hasan Baki and #775; Altinsoy, Hi and #775;lal Turkben Polat, Burhan Hakan Kanat, Seli and #775;m Sozen, Mehmet Burak Dal |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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GESDAV
2016-12-01
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Series: | Archives of Clinical and Experimental Surgery |
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Online Access: | http://www.scopemed.org/fulltextpdf.php?mno=174943 |
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