Boerhaave's syndrome: description of a case with endoscopic confirmation.

A rare case of spontaneous oesophageal rupture is reported. The clinical, radiological and endoscopic aspects of that specific syndrome are described, and possible pathogenetic factors are also considered. Subsequently, appropriate radiological methods are reviewed and compared with the fiberendoscopic technique, the importance of which is outlined for diagnosis confirmation, right positioning of the rupture and correct surgical approach, Wherever possible,, immediate surgery is the proper therapy, as confirmed by literature.