Tag: superior-vena-cava-syndrome

  • Superior Mediastinum Syndrome

    Superior Mediastinum Syndrome

    Children presenting with an anterior mediastinal mass pose a significant haemato-oncological emergency. This subset of patients is at risk of encountering severe and potentially life-threatening complications either upon presentation or during sedation/general anaesthesia. These complications typically arise due to extrinsic compression of the airway, obstruction of venous return, or impediment to cardiac output. Fortunately, with…