Which of the following tumor is most commonly associated with superior vena cava syndrome?
High-Yield Explanation
Malignant tumors such as lung cancer, lymphoma and metastatic tumors are responsible for 90% of SVCS cases. Lung cancer paicularly, small cell and squamous cell histologies account for approx 85% of all cases of malignant origin. Ref: Harrison's 16th Edition, Page 575