Hiatus Hernia And Upper Back Pain
Anti-reflux surgery is surgery to correct a problem with the muscles at the bottom of the esophagus (the tube from your mouth to the stomach). Problems with these muscles allow
This surgery can also repair a
Alternative Names
Fundoplication; Nissen fundoplication; Belsey (Mark IV) fundoplication; Toupet fundoplication; Thal fundoplication; Hiatal hernia repair; Endoluminal fundoplication
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GERD Questions: Hiatal Hernia and Schatzki's ring
I suffer from reflux, underwent an upper GI series, and have been told that I have a paraesophageal hiatal hernia. I have an appointment... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Q&A #10
Hello, everyone. I hope everyone is doing well. I want to thank you all for the great questions we continue to receive. Please... Read more »
05/21/07 #6: Hernia at back of brain, surgery?
Full Question: I had an MRI early last week and received a call from my doctor today with the results. Since I was on my way to work at the... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions: Surgery for Hiatal Hernia
My doctor has recommended that I have my hiatal hernia repaired. I am waiting to see a surgeon. Is this a good idea, and what should I ask... Read more »
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Hiatal Hernia
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? A hernia occurs when part of an internal organ or body part protrudes through an opening into another area where it shouldn't. A hiatal... Read more »
Hiatal Hernia
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of your stomach protrudes into your chest cavity through a weakness in the hiatus (opening) in your... Read more »
Hiatal hernia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hernia - hiatalSymptomsChest painHeartburn, worse when bending over or lying downSwallowing difficultyA hiatal hernia by itself rarely causes... Read more »
Hernia
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? A hernia occurs when part of an internal organ or body part protrudes through an opening into another area where it shouldn't. Many... Read more »
Femoral hernia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Femorocele; Enteromerocele; Crural herniaSymptomsYou may see a bulge in the upper thigh next to the groin.Most femoral hernias cause no symptoms.... Read more »
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