This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
An old man presenting to the Emergency following a bout of prolonged vomiting with excessive haematemesis following alcohol ingestion is likely to suffer from - 
Select and explain. 
A. Mallory-Wesis syndrome, B. Oesophageal varices, C. Gastric cancer, D. Bleeding disorder
A: Mallory-Wesis syndrome
Answer: A: Mallory-Wesis syndrome 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Mallory-Wesis syndrome "Mallory Weiss syndrome, characterized by acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding following repeated vomiting, is considered to be the cause up to 15% of all severe upper gastrointestinal bleeds".