Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common consequences of a hiatal hernia and often the condition that leads a person to seek medical treatment in the first place. GERD is a ...

Background and Aim: Barrett's esophagus has been associated with the presence of hiatal hernia; however, to date no meta-analysis of the relationship has been performed. We aimed to conduct a ...

Medicare covers hernia surgery as long as it’s medically necessary. Once approved, both inpatient and outpatient procedures for hernia repair are covered by Original Medicare and most Medicare ...

Hernias are caused by weakness in a muscle or tissue. Learn ways to prevent a hernia from developing — or worsening — with ...

A hiatal hernia is more common in older adults and people with obesity. Upper abdominal surgery, trauma, and long-standing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can also compromise the diaphragm, ...

Combined assembly of magnet-locator probe, 12-channel pH catheter and 36-channel manometer was passed. Results The waist belt and increased WC were each associated with proximal displacement of SCJ ...

Hernias can develop naturally from birth, over time from stress & strain of your abdominal and pelvic walls, from a traumatic injury, or from weakness following a prior surgery ... hernia that can ...

Actor Danny Pintauro shared his experience undergoing emergency surgery after a scooter crash on Thanksgiving.

Who’s The Boss? star Danny Pintauro has undergone emergency surgery after a severe scooter accident. Pintauro took to ...