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单词 hiatal hernia
释义

hiatal hernia

noun

: protrusion of part of the stomach upward into the chest cavity through the passage in the diaphragm for the esophagus usually with movement of the opening of the esophagus into the stomach to a position above the diaphragm

called also hiatus hernia

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web The unusual person with symptoms from a sliding hiatal hernia is usually treated medically. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 15 Aug. 2022 Schedule an appointment with your physician to rule out a hiatal hernia, constipation, or other GI issues. Ali Nolan, SELF, 6 Dec. 2021

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1944, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

hiatal hernia

noun

variants also hiatus hernia
: herniation of an abdominal organ
specifically : protrusion of part of the stomach upward into the chest cavity through the passage in the diaphragm for the esophagus that is typically accompanied with movement of the opening of the esophagus into the stomach to a position above the diaphragm and that may be asymptomatic or be accompanied by symptoms typical of gastroesophageal reflux (such as heartburn, belching, or bloating).
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