Mallory-weiss syndrome

Mallory-Weiss syndrome is the term for a tear (laceration) of the inner lining (mucous membrane) of the esophagus where it connects to the stomach (gastroesophageal junction).

Mallory-Weiss syndrome refers to a tear or laceration of the mucous membrane, most commonly at the point where the esophagus and the stomach meet (gastroesophageal junction). Such a tear may result in severe bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract.

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Definition Mallory-Weiss syndrome is bleeding from an arterial blood vessel in the upper gastrointestinal tract, caused by a mucosal gastric tear at or near the point where the esophagus and stomach join.

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The five most common causes of nonvariceal UGIB are duodenal and gastric ulcers (50%), gastric erosions (30%), Mallory-Weiss syndrome (10%), and esophagitis. Duodenal ulcers are more common than gastric ulcers.

Esophageal bleeding can be caused by a tear in the lining of the esophagus (Mallory-Weiss syndrome).

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These ulcers can eat through the wall of the esophagus, causing a hole.
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See also: Bleeding, Reflux, Vomiting, Ulcers, Symptom