Published May 1982 | Version v1
Journal article

Widening of the upper mediastinum due to innominate vein thrombosis

  • 1. Malmoe Almaenna Sjukhus (Sweden). Dept. of Diagnostic Radiology

Description

Thrombosis of the subclavian and/or innominate veins may cause soft tissue swelling and give a widening of the upper anterior mediastinum. In patients with clinical signs of arm vein thrombosis, this sign indicates central propagation of the thrombus, making arm phlebography unnecessary for diagnostic purposes. (orig.)

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
Eur. J. Radiol.
Journal Volume
2
Journal Issue
2
Series
Eur. J. Radiol.
Journal Page Range
117-118

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