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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
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* The exact pathogenesis of Mallory-Weiss syndrome is not fully understood. | * The exact pathogenesis of Mallory-Weiss syndrome is not fully understood. | ||
* It is thought that Mallory-Weiss syndrome is the result of sudden increase in intraabdominal pressure that causes mucosal lacerations. If the tear involves the esophageal venous or arterial Plexus,bleeding occurs. | * It is thought that Mallory-Weiss syndrome is the result of sudden increase in intraabdominal pressure that causes mucosal lacerations. If the tear involves the esophageal venous or arterial Plexus,bleeding occurs. | ||
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Overview
Pathophysiology
Pathogenesis
- The exact pathogenesis of Mallory-Weiss syndrome is not fully understood.
- It is thought that Mallory-Weiss syndrome is the result of sudden increase in intraabdominal pressure that causes mucosal lacerations. If the tear involves the esophageal venous or arterial Plexus,bleeding occurs.