Stomach protrudes through diaphragm's hiatus into chest. Most small hernias are asymptomatic. Larger hernias can cause stomach to slide into chest
Hiatal hernia occurs when stomach pushes through diaphragm's hiatus opening. Affects 10-80% of Western adult population. Most common type is sliding hernia (85-95%), followed by para-oesophageal (5-15%)
Stomach pushes through diaphragm's hiatus opening. Often asymptomatic, sometimes presents with GERD symptoms. Can occur due to increased abdominal pressure from coughing or heavy lifting
Hiatal hernia occurs when stomach protrudes through diaphragm into chest cavity. Sliding hernia (95%) moves stomach upward through diaphragm. Paraesophageal hernia (5%) stays above diaphragm with stomach above junction
Stomach acid flows up into esophagus through lower esophageal sphincter. Symptoms occur more than twice weekly. Hiatal hernia is common cause when stomach moves above diaphragm
CT scan creates three-dimensional images of internal organs using rotating X-rays. Used to diagnose and monitor stomach issues like cancer and bowel obstruction. Helps detect hernias, kidney stones, appendicitis, and abdominal pain