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Spontaneous oesophageal perforation.

R Clément1, C Bresson, O Rodat

  • 1Department of Forensic Medicine, University of Nantes, 1 rue Gaston Veil, 44 093 Nantes Cedex, France. renaud.clement@chu-nantes.fr

Journal of Clinical Forensic Medicine
|October 13, 2006
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Boerhaave syndrome, a spontaneous esophageal rupture, can cause sudden death. This case highlights esophageal perforation from vomiting leading to fatal septic shock.

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Pathology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Anatomical Pathology

Background:

  • Boerhaave syndrome is a rare but life-threatening spontaneous rupture of the esophagus.
  • It typically results from forceful vomiting or retching against a closed glottis.
  • This condition requires prompt diagnosis and management to prevent catastrophic outcomes.

Observation:

  • An autopsy revealed mediastinitis and left-sided empyema in a young adult who died unexpectedly during sleep.
  • A significant tear was identified in the distal esophagus, with a free communication to the left pleural space.
  • The esophageal perforation was attributed to barotrauma during forceful vomiting.

Findings:

  • Esophageal perforation was the primary cause of the empyema and subsequent mediastinitis.

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  • The mechanism involved barotrauma to the lower esophagus during an episode of vomiting.
  • The patient succumbed to septic shock, a known complication of untreated esophageal perforation.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the critical importance of recognizing Boerhaave syndrome in cases of sudden, unexplained death, particularly in forensic pathology.
    • Understanding the pathophysiology of esophageal rupture is crucial for accurate diagnosis and potential intervention.
    • Early identification and management of esophageal perforations are vital for improving patient survival rates.