Praxis
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The knowledge of most oncologic emergencies is crucial in daily practice. Treatment options for the superior vena cava syndrome include chemotherapy, radiation, and intravenous stenting. ⋯ Febrile neutropenia is a hematologic emergency that usually requires inpatient therapy with broad-spectrum antibiotics. Epidural spinal cord compression must be recognized early and can be treated with dexamethason, radiation, or surgery.