Clinical Case Database / Category: Patient Management
Hodgkin lymphoma presenting with superior vena cava obstruction (SVCO)
Publication details
Dr Clare Rowntree, Dr Samya Obaji
Foundation Years Journal, volume 9, issue 3, p.55 (123Doc Education, London, March 2015)
Abstract
This case based discussion focuses on a 17 year old female who presented with dyspnoea as a consequence of superior vein cava obstruction (SVCO). The case explores the presentation, investigations and management of SVCO in a patient with previously undiagnosed Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Authors
Dr Clare Rowntree
Consultant Haematologist
University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4XW
clare.rowntree@wales.nhs.uk
Dr Samya Obaji (Corresponding author)
Haematology Registrar
University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4XW
samyagwen.obaji@wales.nhs.uk
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