Negin Masoudifar
General Practitioner, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
[ 1 ] - Boerhaave Syndrome
Boerhaave syndrome (BS) is a spontaneous esophageal perforation and is a life-threating but uncommon disorder. This syndrome involves a transmural perforation and typically occurs after forceful emesis. The prognosis is dependent on rapid diagnosis and correct management. The classic presentation of BS consists of vomiting, subcutaneous emphysema, and lower thoracic pain. However, significant s...
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