Laparoscopic Paraesophageal Hernia Surgery in Los Angeles CA
LAPAROSCOPIC
PARAESOPHAGEAL
HERNIA SURGERY
A paraesophageal hernia is a type of
hiatal hernia. The condition is less
common than other hernia types.
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WHAT CAUSES A
PARAESOPHAGE
AL HERNIA
Experts are unsure why these rare
hernias form. There are risk
factors you should be aware of,
such as a weakening of the
diaphragm muscles that allow
the stomach to reside beside the
esophagus.
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WHAT ARE THE
SYMPTOMS OF A
PARAESOPHAGEAL
HIATAL HERNIA
Many people with paraesophageal hernias do
not experience any symptoms. Asymptomatic
hernias can go unnoticed for years and do not
require surgery. If the hernia does lead to
symptoms, surgery is needed. Paraesophageal
hernia repair surgery will prevent severe
symptoms from occurring. One such symptom
is when the stomach tissue becomes
strangulated, preventing it from reaching its
blood supply. Strangulated organs require
emergency surgery and can be fatal.
WHAT CAUSES A
PARAESOPHAGEAL
HERNIA
Most paraesophageal hernias occur
spontaneously later in life though, as
aging tissues gradually stretch out
while eating or straining. Those with
connective tissue disorders like Marfan
syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
have higher risks as well [2].
Fortunately, only 5% of all
hiatal hernias
reaching sizes enabling stomach
herniation
prove symptomatic
enough
to require intervention
HOW IS A
PARAESOPHAGEAL
HERNIA DIAGNOSED
Dr. Moeinolmolki uses specialized X-ray imaging to
view the esophagus directly. An endoscopy may
also be used to view the hernia.
•
Upper Endoscopy – A camera scope
examination of the esophagus, stomach and
duodenum which can visualize large herniated
portions directly.
•
Contrast XR Swallow Study – Patients drink
chalky barium liquid enabling x-ray delineation
of abnormal esophageal anatomy and real-
time motility as they stand and lie down.
•
CT Scan – Further examines size and
positioning of the stomach herniation if earlier
tests remain indeterminate.
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THANK YOU
Healthy Life Bariatrics, Dr. Moeinolmolki and his
compassionate staff are ready to provide yohbnu with
quality surgical care and shorter recovery times.
www.healthylifebariatrics.com
With a shorter recovery period, Healthy Life Bariatrics is prepared to give you the best surgical care available. Call Dr. Moein from anywhere in Los Angeles to arrange a consultation if you think you may have a paraesophageal hernia.nnnn
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LAPAROSCOPIC PARAESOPHAGEAL HERNIA SURGERY A paraesophageal hernia is a type of hiatal hernia. The condition is less common than other hernia types. www.healthylifebariatrics.com
WHAT CAUSES A PARAESOPHAGE AL HERNIA Experts are unsure why these rare hernias form. There are risk factors you should be aware of, such as a weakening of the diaphragm muscles that allow the stomach to reside beside the esophagus. www.healthylifebariatrics.com
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF A PARAESOPHAGEAL HIATAL HERNIA Many people with paraesophageal hernias do not experience any symptoms. Asymptomatic hernias can go unnoticed for years and do not require surgery. If the hernia does lead to symptoms, surgery is needed. Paraesophageal hernia repair surgery will prevent severe symptoms from occurring. One such symptom is when the stomach tissue becomes strangulated, preventing it from reaching its blood supply. Strangulated organs require emergency surgery and can be fatal.
WHAT CAUSES A PARAESOPHAGEAL HERNIA Most paraesophageal hernias occur spontaneously later in life though, as aging tissues gradually stretch out while eating or straining. Those with connective tissue disorders like Marfan syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome have higher risks as well [2]. Fortunately, only 5% of all hiatal hernias reaching sizes enabling stomach herniation prove symptomatic enough to require intervention
HOW IS A PARAESOPHAGEAL HERNIA DIAGNOSED www.healthylifebariatrics.com Dr. Moeinolmolki uses specialized X-ray imaging to view the esophagus directly. An endoscopy may also be used to view the hernia. Upper Endoscopy A camera scope examination of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum which can visualize large herniated portions directly. Contrast XR Swallow Study Patients drink chalky barium liquid enabling x-ray delineation of abnormal esophageal anatomy and real- time motility as they stand and lie down. CT Scan Further examines size and positioning of the stomach herniation if earlier tests remain indeterminate.
THANK YOU Healthy Life Bariatrics, Dr. Moeinolmolki and his compassionate staff are ready to provide yohbnu with quality surgical care and shorter recovery times. www.healthylifebariatrics.com
