Hiatal Hernias - From Diagnosis to Surgery

When Is an Hiatal Hernia an Emergency?

In rare circumstances, this type of hernia can become an emergency situation if the esophagus becomes “kinked” making it impossible for food to travel from the mouth into the stomach. This complication is rare, but is considered an emergency, requiring surgery to be performed quickly.

• What is a Hiatal Hernia?
• Diagnosing a Hiatal Hernia
• Symptoms of a Hiatal Hernia
• The Causes and Risk Factors For a Hiatal Hernia
• Hiatal Hernia Treatments
• When is a Hiatal Hernia an Emergency?
• Hiatal Hernia Surgery - Nissen Fundoplication Surgery
• Hiatal Hernia Surgery Recovery