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Mallory-Weiss syndrome in perspective.

J L Saylor, F J Tedesco

    The American Journal of Digestive Diseases
    |December 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary

    Mallory-Weiss lesions are a significant cause of acute upper-gastrointestinal bleeding. Early diagnosis via panendoscopy and medical management are crucial, even without typical risk factors like heavy alcohol use.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Endoscopy
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Mallory-Weiss lesions are a recognized cause of upper-gastrointestinal bleeding.
    • Traditional risk factors include heavy ethanol intake and recurrent retching.
    • The incidence and clinical presentation in a contemporary patient cohort require further elucidation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present findings on nineteen patients diagnosed with Mallory-Weiss lesions.
    • To analyze the clinical characteristics and risk factors in these patients.
    • To emphasize the diagnostic and therapeutic implications of this condition.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of nineteen patients with diagnosed Mallory-Weiss lesions.
    • Analysis of patient histories, including ethanol intake and hiatus hernias.
    • Endoscopic findings and treatment modalities were recorded.

    Main Results:

    • Mallory-Weiss lesions accounted for 10.5% of acute upper-gastrointestinal bleeders.
    • A significant proportion of patients lacked classical risk factors (36.8% heavy ethanol intake, 26% hiatus hernias).
    • No surgical intervention was required; two patients received arterial-vasopressin infusion.

    Conclusions:

    • A high index of suspicion for Mallory-Weiss lesions is warranted, irrespective of typical risk factors.
    • Early panendoscopy is valuable for diagnosis.
    • Intensive medical therapy, including endoscopic interventions, is effective for managing bleeding.

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