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Review
. 2012 Aug;73(8):437-40.
doi: 10.12968/hmed.2012.73.8.437.

Paraoesophageal hernia: an overview

D Hennessey  1 , L Convie, M Barry, M Aremu
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Review

Paraoesophageal hernia: an overview

D Hennessey et al. Br J Hosp Med (Lond). 2012 Aug.

Abstract

Paraoesophageal hernias are a rare but clinically important type of hiatus hernia. Gastric volvulus and perforation may ensue. Investigation and management is determined by patient presentation. This review summarizes current research regarding paraoesophageal hernias.

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