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hiatus hernia
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hiatus hernia, hiatal hernia
n
(Medicine / Pathology) protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm at the oesophageal opening
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Noun1.hiatus hernia - hernia resulting from the protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm
diaphragmatic hernia, hiatal hernia
hernia, herniation - rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes


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Hiatal hernias may be categorized as paraesophageal or sliding.
Dysphagia and reflux caused by a giant hiatal hernia by Postma, Gregory N. / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Although considered a condition of middle age, hiatal hernias affect people of all ages.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (hiatal hernia and heartburn) by Pamphlet by: National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases
Hiatal hernias may develop in people of all ages and both sexes, although it is considered to be a condition of middle age.
What is hiatal hernia? by Pamphlet by: National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases
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