hematemesis

Esophageal Variceal Bleeding: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Esophageal variceal hemorrhage is bleeding from varicose veins within the esophagus. It is classified as a medical emergency and is life-threatening. What is esophageal variceal bleeding? Esophageal varices are varicose veins (varices) in the esophagus (food pipe). They are most often caused by portal hypertension. Esophageal varices cause dilatation of the veins within the esophagus. … Esophageal Variceal Bleeding: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Boerhaave Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Boerhaave syndrome is a rupture (tear) in the wall of the esophagus. It usually results from an increase in pressure caused by severe vomiting. Mortality is more than 90 percent if the perforation is not treated promptly. What is Boerhaave syndrome? Boerhaave syndrome should be distinguished from Mallory-Weiss syndrome. In the latter, perforation of the … Boerhaave Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment