Presentation
Recurrent vomiting followed by severe chest pain and developed pneumothorax
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Boerhaave syndrome
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Esophageal perforation with leakage of contrast media to the posterior aspect of the left pleural space. Also surgical emphysema and intercostal tubes are seen.
Case Discussion
Spontaneous esophageal perforation that occurs secondary to forceful vomiting is called Boerhaave syndrome. Esophageal tear is usually located in the posterior aspect of the distal esophagus. As a result of tear, associated pneumothorax and pneumomediastinum developed.