This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Benign Gastric Disease, Subject name: Surgery
Burns and hematemesis - 
Select and explain. 
A. Cushing ulcer, B. Curlings ulcer, C. Malgagnie's ulcer, D. Intracranial tumor
B: Curlings ulcer
Answer: B: Curlings ulcer 
Explanation: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Curling's ulcer o Curling's ulcer is acute peptic ulcer (stress ulcer) of the duodenum described in 1842 by Curling as a complication of bums. According to Robb in's Curling ulcers are associated with severe burns or trauma,o Cushing's ulcer is acute peptic ulcer of stomach, duodenum and esophagus seen in intracranial injury, operations or tumor. Cushing ulcers cany a high incidence of perforation.