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Which of the following is not true about Boerhaave syndrome?

A
Perforation of the esophagus due to barotrauma
B
Most common site is left posteromedial aspect 3-5 cms above the gastroesophageal junction
C
Pain is the principal early manifestation
D
Most coses follow a bout of heavy eating or drinking
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Most common site is left posteromedial aspect 3-5 cms above the gastroesophageal junction * Boerhaave's syndrome is spontaneous perforation of the esophagus, occuring usually due tosevere barotrauma when a person vomits against a closed glottis. The pressure in the esophagus rapidly increases and the esophagus bursts at its weakest point, sending a stream of material into the mediastinum and often the pleural cavity as well.* Most common location of perforation is in the left posterolateral aspect 3-5 cm above the gastroesophageal junction. Second most common site of perforation is at the midthoracic esophagus on the right side.* Most cases follow a bout of heavy eating and drinking.* The principal early manifestation is pain felt in the chest and upper abdomen.

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