Superior vena cava obstruction (SVCO)

Warning

SVCO pathway1

Always make sure that the Acute oncology Team are informed of the patient's assessment and/or admission as soon as possible.

Immediate advice is available from the Acute Oncology Service or the 24-hour Oncology on call rota.

Withhold SACT, including oral therapy, until you have discussed with the Acute Oncology or Site Specific Team.

 

References

1. UKONS Oncology Nursing Society. Acute oncology initial management guidelines. v.4.0. Publication date: 13.02.2023. Available from: https://ukons.org/news-events/acute-oncology-initial-management-guidelines-latest-version/

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 13/02/2023

Next review date: 13/02/2026

Author(s): UKONS.

Version: 4.0

Reviewer name(s): Stewart J.