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Hiatus hernia. The condition.

Riivo Ilves

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Abstract

Hiatal hernia is a common condition. Many patients are asymptomatic or experience symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux. However, with larger hernias, the hernia and its incarceration are the issues, and most patients with this condition need surgical attention.

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Hiatal hernia is a common condition. Many patients are asymptomatic or experience symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux. However, with larger hernias, the hernia and its incarceration are the issues, and most patients with this condition need surgical attention.

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Hiatal hernia is a common condition. Many patients are asymptomatic or experience symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux. However, with larger hernias, the hernia and its incarceration are the issues, and most patients with this condition need surgical attention.

Key concepts: Medicine, Asymptomatic, Hiatal hernia, Reflux, Hernia, Surgery, General surgery, Internal medicine

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