Hernia
Hiatal Hernia Home Page - A comprehensive description of the various types of HERNIA and the different techniques of hernia repair surgery available around the world today.
Hiatal Hernia-Or a stomach with high aspirations - The name hiatal hernia literally means a protrusion through an opening.
Digestive Orders -Hiatal Hernia - Hernia is a protrusion of part of an organ through the wall of the cavity that contains it. A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes up into the chest.
All About Hiatal Hernias, Heartburn & GERD - Heartburn is frequently referred to as acid indigestion. It is generally described as a burning feeling or pain in the chest, usually felt behind the breastbone .
Healthguide:Hiatal Hernia - Hiatal hernia The esophageal opening into the stomach, called the hiatus, is controlled by esophageal muscles and by sheets of muscle in the diaphragm.
Hernia Resource Center - Provides information about the occurrence and treatment of hernias.
Hernias.Net - offers free information about hernias, laparascopic surgery, hernia repair, Hiatus, Inguinal, & Pediatric hernias, plus a Hernia Helpline.
Hiatal Hernia Repair - From Complete Guide to Symptoms, Illness, & Surgery. HERNIA REPAIR, HIATAL- (Hiatal Herniorrhaphy) . Description of operation. What to expect. Postoperative care.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (Hiatal Hernia & Heartburn) - Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter (LES)--the muscleconnecting the esophagus with the stomach.