Most common site of tear in Mallory-weiss syndrome is in
Correct Answer: Cardia stomach
Description: MALLORY WEISS syndrome is seen in adults with severe prolonged vomiting, causing a longitudinal tear in the mucosa of the stomach at and just below the cardia leading to severe hematemesis.violent vomiting may be due to a migraine or veigo or following a bout of alcohol.common in 1 o' clock position.investigations include Hb%, PCV.treatment includes blood transfusion, IV fluids, sedation and hemostatic agents such as vasopressin. Ref: SRB&;s manual of surgery,3 rd ed, pg no 734
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