____ is a full thickness tear (perforation) of the esophagus.

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Boerhaave syndrome is a medical emergency and refers to a full thickness tear (perforation) of the esophagus. It typically occurs after forceful vomiting or retching and is associated with high mortality rates if not promptly diagnosed and treated. A Mallory-Weiss tear is a partial thickness tear in the mucosa at the junction of the stomach and esophagus, typically caused by severe retching or vomiting. A Mackler tear is a rare esophageal rupture caused by forceful vomiting or coughing. Hamman's syndrome is a rare condition characterized by subcutaneous emphysema and mediastinal air caused by an esophageal perforation or other injury to the respiratory or digestive tract.

____ Is a Full Thickness Tear (Perforation) of the Esophagus