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Superior Vena Cava Obstruction (SVCO)

Recognition and management of oncological emergency.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MSt MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
OncologyRespiratoryEmergency Medicine
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Clinical Guidelines

NICE guideline [IPG79]: Stent placement for vena caval obstruction
National
Scottish Palliative Care Guidelines: Superior vena cava obstruction
National
295-Palliative respiratory superior vena cava obstruction EBRT
Local
Guideline 42 - Superior Vena Cava Obstruction (SVCO)
Local
Palliative and End of Life Care Symptom Control Guidelines
Local
SIGN 137: Management of lung cancer
Local
Superior Vena Cava Obstruction (SVCO) Acute Oncology Guidelines
Local
The Management of Glycaemic Control in People with Cancer (JBDS 17 Oncology Guideline)
Local