Hiatal Hernia and Gastric Sleeve Surgery: Understanding the Connection
Phrases like hiatal hernia and gastric sleeve surgery are commonly used in bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. Even though they both concern the anatomy and physiology of the stomach, they represent different medical disorders and surgical procedures. Hiatal Hernia: An Overview A hiatal hernia occurs when the top segment of the stomach protrudes through the hiatus,…