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The mediastinum contains multiple vital structures that can become compromised in cancer patients. Due to the critical nature of these structures, prompt recognition of mediastinal emergencies is essential. This chapter addresses the diagnostic approach and treatment of the most common mediastinal emergencies among cancer patients, including superior vena cava syndrome and pericardial effusion. We also address esophageal problems such as perforation, fistula, bleeding, and obstruction. Airway and tracheal emergencies are discussed elsewhere in this book.
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Kim, J.Y., Grannis, F.W. (2017). Esophageal and Mediastinal Emergencies in the Cancer Patient. In: Fong, Y., Kauffmann, R., Marcinkowski, E., Singh, G., Schoellhammer, H. (eds) Surgical Emergencies in the Cancer Patient. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-44025-5_9
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