A pregnant female 28 years complains of hematemesis after an episode of vomiting, on upper GI endoscopy this is the appearance, what is the most common site of this condition?
Ans. A Just below the Gastroesophageal junction Ref- Mallory-Weiss Left and Right: A linear mucosal laceration caused by the force of vomiting, generally at or just below the esophagogastric junction, resulting in bleeding. Seen here is an elliptical-shaped mucosal tear which has stopped bleeding, from the forward view (on the left) and from the retroflexed position (on the right). Image Source-
Just below the Gastroesophageal junction
Cardia
Lower 1/3 of the esophagus
Lesser curvature of stomach