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 ...

The esophagus passes through an opening in the diaphragm called the hiatus before it enters the stomach. Weakened tissues within and around the hiatus allow a hiatal hernia to develop. A hiatal hernia ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Diet modification is one of the cornerstones of hiatal hernia treatment. By knowing ...

the pressure in your abdomen may cause your lower esophageal sphincter to be pushed upward, away from the support of your diaphragm. This condition, known as hiatal hernia, may lead to GERD ...

Conditions like obesity, hiatal hernia, and asthma often co-occur with GERD and may contribute to its development. GERD can itself lead to complications like esophagitis or Barrett’s esophagus.

A man from Scottsdale was happy to hear from a second opinion he would be taken off a feeding tube just in time for the ...

Considering taking supplements to treat hiatal hernia? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of hiatal hernia. Follow the links to read common uses ...

Are you searching for effective medications to treat 'Hiatus Hernia'? This comprehensive guide provides the latest information on medications-both generic and branded-that are essential for ...

The figures are stills from the linked videos. a; Classical achalasia, showing a dilated esophageal body bird beak-like narrowing of lower esophageal sphincter (see Video 1). b; Vigorous achalasia ...

For patients with persistent symptoms despite maximal medical therapy as well as changes in diet and lifestyle, surgery to correct a hiatal hernia or tighten the area of the lower esophageal sphincter ...

Second, since both hiatal hernia and BE are recognized at endoscopy ... in asymptomatic individuals without a prior diagnosis of esophageal pathology, thus creating ethical issues around ...