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==Planning==
;Indication
The most common symptom is dyspnea, followed by face or arm swelling.<ref name=emedicine>[http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/760301-overview emedicine Emedicine > Superior Vena Cava Syndrome.] Author: Michael S Beeson, MD, MBA, FACEP, Professor of Emergency Medicine, Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine and Pharmacy; Attending Faculty, Summa Health System. Updated: Dec 3, 2009</ref>
;Technique
[[CT angiography]] with contrast given simultaneously in both arms, or regular [[contrast CT]] in venous phase.
==Look for==
[[File:SVCCTCT of superior vena cava thrombosis.PNGpng|thumb|200px|Compression Thrombosis of the superior vena cava by a mass.]]Whether there is any occlusion or external compression of the subclavian veins, the brachiocephalic veins or superior vena cava.
==Report==
{{Reporting}}
If any of the veins are occluded. If an interventional radiologist is available, stenting of the vein may be recommended in the report.
