Hiatus Hernia Problems
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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Hiatal Hernia
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your doctor if you have persistent heartburn, difficulty swallowing or feel short of breath after a meal. Call your... 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
Hiatal hernia is a condition in which a portion of the stomach protrudes upward into the chest, through an opening in the diaphragm. The diaphragm is... Read more »
Hernia repair
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Herniorrhaphy Risks Risks for any anesthesia include: Reactions to medications Problems breathing Risks for any... Read more »
Hernia
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A hernia is an abnormal protrusion, or bulging out, of part of an organ through the tissues that normally contain it. In this condition, a weak spot... Read more »
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