Boerhaave syndrome risk factors
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamed Diab, MD [2]
Overview
Boerhaave syndrome usually occurs in patients with a normal underlying esophagus. The most potent risk factor in the development of Boerhaave syndrome is Overindulgence in food and Alcohol.
Other risk factors include Eosinophilic esophagitis, Medication-induced esophagitis, and Infectious ulcers.
Risk Factors
Common Risk Factors:
Less Common Risk Factors:
- Eosinophilic esophagitis[1]
- Medication-induced esophagitis[1]
- Barrett's[1]
- Infectious ulcers[1]