Patient had balloon insertion procedure on (b)(6) 2016.Later that day, the patient had several episodes of hematemesis and underwent an egd that same day.The balloons were noted to be in good position in the stomach.Two linear esophageal mucosal tears each approximately 2 cm in length were noted on the posterior esophagus.No brisk bleeding but some oozing was observed.Both tears were lightly cauterized and fibrin glue was applied.An upright chest x-ray was taken in the recovery unit, which confirmed the absence of any esophageal perforations.The patient was sent home with no further sequelae reported.
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