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Esophageal Hematoma After Severe Vomiting

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: A male patient developed hematemesis and chest pain after severe vomiting. Gastroscopy showed a linear hematoma from the esophageal entrance to the cardia. Enhanced CT of the esophagus revealed a high-density shadow in the middle of the esophagus. Severe vomiting can lead to esophageal injury and esophageal hematoma. As this condition mimics critical symptoms of myocardial infarction and aortic dissection, clinicians must remain vigilant. This case emphasizes the importance of recognizing acute submucosal bleeding in the digestive tract, aiding in clinical diagnosis and treatment.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.74392

Authors: Jiaming Lei, Ling Wu

Institutions: Southwest Medical University, Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University

Language: English

Topic: Esophageal and GI Pathology

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404668433