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   Mallory-Weiss Syndrome (MWS) is characterized by a longitudinal, non-penetrating mucosal tear near the Gastroesophageal Junction (GEJ), which typically follows a sudden, forceful increase in intra-abdominal pressure, commonly associated with retching, vomiting, or heavy lifting.

   Stroke is a leading cause of short and long-term disability, significantly impacting physical and cognitive ability. According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA), approximately 800,000 adults in the US experience a new stroke each year.

   A 78-year-old male was admitted to the hospital with “fever and dry cough for 2 weeks, 5 weeks after COVID-19 recovery”. Five weeks prior to this admission, the patient was diagnosed with COVID-19 via PCR testing, complicated by respiratory failure.