Superior vena cava syndrome after pacemaker implantation treated with direct oral anticoagulation

Abstract Background Superior Vena Cava (SVC) syndrome, is a quite rare but serious complication after pacemaker lead implantation; most patients are asymptomatic due to the development of adequate venous collateral circulation. Case presentation We report a case of a 75-year-old woman who developed...

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Main Authors: Nicola Mumoli, Antonino Mazzone, Isabella Evangelista, Marco Cei, Alessandra Colombo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-11-01
Series:Thrombosis Journal
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12959-021-00321-7