A Case Report of Conservatively Managed Boerhaave Syndrome. 2024

Srushti S Mahant, and Ajay Lanjewar
Department of Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research, Wardha, IND.

Boerhaave syndrome is an esophagal perforation due to a rupture of the esophagus wall caused by intense vomiting with mediastinitis and subcutaneous emphysema. It is a relatively rare and potentially life-threatening ailment that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. This case presents an overview of the syndrome, including morbidity, mortality, and treatment strategy. In this case, a 56-year-old male presented to the hospital during emergency hours with shortness of breath, chest pain, and dullness in the neck and a history of binge alcohol abuse seven days ago, followed by a severe bout of vomiting. The patient was managed conservatively, requiring another hospitalization for surgery, and was later discharged from the hospital postoperatively without any complications.

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