Binge-eating and sodium bicarbonate: a potent combination for gastric rupture in adults-two case reports and a review of literature.

Background: Disordered eating behaviour including binge-eating often results in significant medical conditions, which are at times fatal. It can result in acute gastric dilatation which can lead to ischemic necrosis and stomach rupture. Dyspepsia and bloating are common symptoms following binge eating.