title: Hiatal hernia.
abstract: Hiatal hernia is a condition that is commonly encountered, widely discussed but frequently misunderstood. This review focuses on the pathogenesis, classification, associated conditions and complications of hiatal hernia. Additionally, the medical and surgical approaches to treatment are discussed with a detailed discussion of pre- and postoperative assessment in symptomatic patients.
authors.affiliation: Department of Internal Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia.
authors.forename: D A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Johnson
authors.forename: W K
authors.initials: WK
authors.lastname: Ruffin
mesh_terms: D016099:Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal; D006551:Hernia, Hiatal / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D011379:Prognosis; D012307:Risk Factors