Mallory-Weiss syndrome pathophysiology

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Overview

Pathophysiology

Pathogenesis

  • The exact pathogenesis of Mallory-Weiss syndrome is not fully understood.
  • It is thought that Mallory-Weiss syndrome is the result of sudden increase in intraabdominal pressure that causes mucosal lacerations. If the tear involves the esophageal venous or arterial Plexus,bleeding occurs.

Genetics

There are no genes involved in the pathogenesis of Mallory-Weiss syndrome.

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