Which of the following tumor is most commonly associated with superior vena cava syndrome?
Correct Answer: Small cell carcinoma
Description: 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
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