An Uncommon Cause of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: A Case Report of Mallory: Weiss Tear

Authors

  • Sobhan Gupta
  • Poorvi Jain
  • Prolay Paul
  • Luv Kumar
  • Anjali Kumari

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/ijphrd.v14i4.19824

Keywords:

Mallory – Weiss Tear, Esophagus tears, Gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Abstract

Mallory-Weiss tear refers to a condition in which the lining of the esophagus tears due to excessive strain, resulting
in bleeding. This condition is commonly caused by vomiting or retching and can lead to significant complications
if not promptly treated. Early identification and management of Mallory-Weiss tear are critical for the prevention
of further damage and the promotion of optimal patient outcomes. Clinicians should maintain a high index of
suspicion for this condition in patients with a history of retching or vomiting and prioritize appropriate diagnostic
and therapeutic interventions to minimize the risk of adverse outcomes

Author Biographies

  • Sobhan Gupta

    Department of Pharmacy Practice, Teerthankar Mahaveer Hospital & Research Centre, Moradabad,
    Uttar Pradesh, India

  • Poorvi Jain

    Department of Pharmacy Practice, Teerthankar Mahaveer Hospital & Research Centre, Moradabad,
    Uttar Pradesh, India

  • Prolay Paul

    Clinical Pharmacologist, Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Howrah, West Bengal, India. Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centre, NCC-PvPI

  • Luv Kumar

    Department of Pharmacy Practice, Teerthankar Mahaveer Hospital & Research Centre, Moradabad,
    Uttar Pradesh, India

  • Anjali Kumari

    Department of Pharmacy Practice, Teerthankar Mahaveer Hospital & Research Centre, Moradabad,
    Uttar Pradesh, India,

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Published

2023-09-26

How to Cite

An Uncommon Cause of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: A Case Report of Mallory: Weiss Tear. (2023). Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, 14(4), 320-323. https://doi.org/10.37506/ijphrd.v14i4.19824