SVC stenting
Stent placement in the SVC for superior vena cava syndrome (facial edema, arm swelling).
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
Usually caused by tumor compression (lung cancer) or catheter-related thrombosis.
Procedure
Stent deployed via femoral/jugular approach. Duration: 1-2 hours.
Risks
Stent thrombosis, migration, arrhythmia.
Recovery
Rapid symptom relief. Anticoagulation. Underlying cause treatment.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
16 doctors
Dr Matthieu PAPILLARD
Radiologue interventionnelGenève
Service de radiologie interventionnelle - CHU de NANTES
CHU (Centre Hospitalier Universitaire)Nantes
Service de radiologie interventionnelle - Hôpital de Valenciennes
Centre hospitalierValenciennes
Dr Nicolas VILLARD
Radiologue interventionnelLausanne