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Conditions
Hiatal hernia

Hiatal hernia

A hiatal hernia describes the occurrence of a portion of the stomach projecting into the thoracic cavity through the esophageal hiatal of the diaphragm. When the stomach completely projects through the esophageal hiatal it is described as an intrathoracic stomach. Having a portion of the stomach above the diaphragm can result in stomach acid refluxing up into the esophagus exposing the esophageal tissues to highly acidic fluid and is know as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Up to 95% of hiatal hernias are ‘sliding’ in nature, meaning the stomach moves in and out of a herniated position. Known hiatal hernias may not be seen on Prenuvo exam if the stomach is positioned below the diaphragm at the time of scanning.

This Condition Covered in

Head & Torso
Whole Body
Torso

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