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Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.

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Superior vena cava syndrome MRI

Introduction

Overview

Overview

MRI may be helful to provide images without the use of contrast (useful in patients with renal failure).

MRI

MRI

MRI may be helful to provide images without the use of contrast (useful in patients with renal failure).^[1]

References

References

↑ Marcy PY, Magné N, Bentolila F, Drouillard J, Bruneton JN, Descamps B (2001). “Superior vena cava obstruction: is stenting necessary?”. Support Care Cancer. 9 (2): 103–7. PMID 11305067.

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