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Can a blocled svc be repaired ?

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Yes: The svc (superior vena cava) can be surgically bypassed or sometimes reopened with angioplasty and a stent within the vein. Repair is only necessary for patients with significant facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing. Usually, one's body can reroute blood around the blockage to a large degree.

Answered 5/27/2016

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Dr. Michael Korona answered

Specializes in Radiology - Interventional

Maybe: Interventional radiologists like myself can try to open with stents and balloons.

Answered 7/5/2012

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