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- Mallory-Weiss syndrome is a superficial tear (laceration) of the tissue where the lower esophagus and the upper part of the stomach meet. The tear can be caused by forceful vomiting. Symptoms include blood in vomit. The diagnosis is based on upper endoscopy. When needed, treatment includes measures to stop the bleeding.
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Jul 31, 2023 · Mallory-Weiss syndrome is one of the common causes of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding and is characterized by the presence of longitudinal superficial mucosal lacerations (Mallory-Weiss tears).
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Mallory-Weiss syndrome is a superficial tear (laceration) of the tissue where the lower esophagus and the upper part of the stomach meet. The tear can be caused by forceful vomiting. Symptoms include blood in vomit. The diagnosis is based on upper endoscopy. When needed, treatment includes measures to stop the bleeding.
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Initially described in patients with alcohol use disorder, Mallory-Weiss syndrome can occur in any patient who vomits forcefully. It is the cause of approximately 5 to 10% of episodes of upper gastrointestinal (GI) hemorrhage (1). The tear may also be accompanied by pain in the lower chest.
Jul 31, 2023 · A hiatal hernia was found in a considerable number of cases with Mallory-Weiss syndrome, while a case-control study conducted at the Mayo Clinic in Florida found no difference in the incidence of a hiatal hernia between patients with Mallory-Weiss syndrome and the control group.
Mallory-Weiss syndrome is a superficial tear (laceration) of the tissue where the lower esophagus and the upper part of the stomach meet. The tear can be caused by forceful vomiting. Symptoms include blood in vomit. The diagnosis is based on upper endoscopy.
Apr 25, 2008 · Mallory-Weiss syndrome is most commonly characterized by abdominal pain, a history of severe vomiting, vomiting of blood (hematemesis), and the strong involuntary effort to vomit (retching). The blood is often clotted and has the appearance of “coffee grounds”.
