Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.
From the case:
Persistent left superior vena cava
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Normal chest radiograph.
From the case:
Persistent left superior vena cava
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CT of the chest demonstrates a persistent left SVC. Note the difference in contrast density as a result of right sided injection.
Case Discussion
Persistent left SVC is an incidental finding in less than 0.5% of the general population but occurs in approximately 4% of patients with congenital heart disease.