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A hiatal hernia is a weakness in the hiatus where the esophagus passes through, allowing the stomach (and sometimes other contents of the abdomen) to pass into the chest cavity.

So, there is a hole in the diaphragm called the hiatus. A hiatal hernia is a weakness in the hiatus where the esophagus passes through, allowing the stomach (and sometimes other contents of the ...

Dr. Roach: I am a 74-year-old woman who is active and healthy. I recently had an endoscopy, and the findings were a hiatal hernia of about 5 centimeters with some ...

Hiatal hernias are most common in pregnant women and people over the age of 50. Unlike the other types of hernias in your intestines or abdominal muscles, a hiatal hernia is in the diaphragm.

If you’re experiencing mild hiatal hernia symptoms, your doctor might recommend a “wait and watch” approach along with self-care tips before considering prescription medications or surgery.

Not all hernias require surgery, but if they become painful or interfere with someone’s quality of life, surgery is recommended. Robotic hernia repair is a new, minimally invasive technique that can ...