Lung cancer with involvement of the SVC is uncommon but presents a unique management challenge. Discovery of N2 disease should be given its due diligence and these patients should undergo induction therapy. Patients can attain favorable long-term outcomes with surgery, but they need to be carefully selected at specialized centers.
Keywords: Caval invasion; Caval reconstruction; Caval resection; Lung cancer; Superior vena cava.
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