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D'Urbano F, Tamburini N, Resta G, Maniscalco P, Marino S, Anania G. A Narrative Review on Treatment of Giant Hiatal Hernia. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2023; 33:381-388. [PMID: 36927045 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2023.0019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
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Background: The current gold standard of treatment for giant hiatal hernias (GHHs) is laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopic surgery was performed as a less invasive procedure for paraesophageal hernias more than 25 years ago. Its viability and safety have almost all been shown. Materials and Methods: A review of recent and current studies' literature was done. Prospective randomized trials, systematic reviews, clinical reviews, and original articles were all investigated. The data were gathered in the form of a narrative evaluation. We examine the state of laparoscopic GHH repair today and outline the GHH management strategy. Results: In this review, we clear up misunderstandings of GHH and address bad habits that may have contributed to poor results, and we have consequently performed a methodical evaluation of GHH. First, we address subcategorizing GHH and provide criteria to define them. The preoperative workup strategies are then discussed, with a focus on any pertinent and frequent atypical symptoms, indications for surgery, timing of surgery, and the importance of surgery. The approach to the techniques and the logic behind surgery are then presented along with some important dissection techniques. Finally, we debate the role of mesh reinforcement and evaluate the data in terms of recurrence, reoperation rate, complications, and delayed stomach emptying. Finally, we suggest a justification for common postoperative investigations. Conclusions: Surgery is the only effective treatment for GHH at the moment. If the right operational therapy principles are applied, this is generally successful. There is a growing interest in laparoscopic paraesophageal hiatal hernia repair as a result of the introduction of laparoscopic antireflux surgery. Today's less invasive procedures provide a better therapeutic choice with a lower risk.
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- Francesco D'Urbano
- Department of Morphology, Experimental Medicine and Surgery, Section of Chirurgia 1, Sant'Anna Hospital, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Morphology, Experimental Medicine and Surgery, Section of Chirurgia 1, Sant'Anna Hospital, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Morphology, Experimental Medicine and Surgery, Section of Chirurgia 1, Sant'Anna Hospital, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Morphology, Experimental Medicine and Surgery, Section of Chirurgia 1, Sant'Anna Hospital, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Morphology, Experimental Medicine and Surgery, Section of Chirurgia 1, Sant'Anna Hospital, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Morphology, Experimental Medicine and Surgery, Section of Chirurgia 1, Sant'Anna Hospital, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Laura Mazer
- Department of Surgery, Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, University of Michigan, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, University of Michigan, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA.
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Braghetto I, Korn O, Rojas J, Valladares H, Figueroa M. Hiatal hernia repair: prevention of mesh erosion and migration into the esophagogastric junction. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2020; 33:e1489. [PMID: 32428134 PMCID: PMC7236328 DOI: 10.1590/0102-672020190001e1489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2019] [Accepted: 01/07/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Background:
Erosion and migration into the esophagogastric lumen after laparoscopic
hiatal hernia repair with mesh placement has been published. Aim: To present surgical maneuvers that seek to diminish the risk of this
complication. Method: We suggest mobilizing the hernia sac from the mediastinum and taking it down
to the abdominal position with its blood supply intact in order to rotate it
behind and around the abdominal esophagus. The purpose is to cover the
on-lay mesh placed in “U” fashion to reinforce the crus suture. Results: We have performed laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair in 173 patients (total
group). Early postoperative complications were observed in 35 patients
(27.1%) and one patient died (0.7%) due to a massive lung thromboembolism.
One hundred twenty-nine patients were followed-up for a mean of 41+28months.
Mesh placement was performed in 79 of these patients. The remnant sac was
rotated behind the esophagus in order to cover the mesh surface. In this
group, late complications were observed in five patients (2.9%). We have not
observed mesh erosion or migration to the esophagogastric lumen. Conclusion: The proposed technique should be useful for preventing erosion and migration
into the esophagus.
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- Italo Braghetto
- Hospital Dr. José J. Aguirre, Faculty of Medicine, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Hospital Dr. José J. Aguirre, Faculty of Medicine, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Hospital Dr. José J. Aguirre, Faculty of Medicine, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Hospital Dr. José J. Aguirre, Faculty of Medicine, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Hospital Dr. José J. Aguirre, Faculty of Medicine, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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Kakaje A, Al Khoury F, Alfarroukh A, Khouri L. Familial sliding hiatus hernia in four siblings with uncommon features: a case series report. J Surg Case Rep 2019; 2019:rjz318. [PMID: 31850144 PMCID: PMC6908544 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjz318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2019] [Accepted: 10/01/2019] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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This case report shows a very rare case series of one family with four children who had severe congenital sliding hiatus hernia (HH) with uncommon presentations, and they had one parent with sliding hernia and the other with reflux symptoms. It is rarely described in the literature a direct link to a familial type that might refer to a common genetic factor. Hiatus hernia is protrusion of abdominal viscera through the oesophagus opening in the diaphragm into the thoracic cavity with sliding hernia being the most common. It can be either asymptomatic or accompanied by a variety of symptoms. We present a case series of one family in which four siblings had congenital sliding diaphragmatic hernia with atypical symptoms and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). It is a rare case that suggests a common factor that can cause such a common disease. All four had uncommon presentations which all required surgical repair. Few cases reported on the medical literature, and they were discussed and compared with our case. However, we need further studies in families that might have this phenomenon.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Children's University Hospital, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Children's University Hospital, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Children's University Hospital, Damascus, Syria
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Shehzad K, Askari A, Slesser AAP, Riaz A. A Safe and Effective Technique of Paraesophageal Hernia Reduction Using Combined Laparoscopy and Nonsutured PEG Gastropexy in High-Risk Patients. JSLS 2019; 23:e2019.00041. [PMID: 31624456 PMCID: PMC6791400 DOI: 10.4293/jsls.2019.00041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Paraesophageal hernias (PHs) can cause significant morbidity and even mortality in untreated patients. While formal surgical repair remains the ideal treatment option, patients who are elderly and/or frail and who have with multiple comorbidities may be unsuitable candidates for a surgical repair. We present a case series of 5 patients treated with a combined laparoscopic reduction of PH and 2-point percutaneous endoscopic gastropexy (PEG). METHODS Data on the 5 patients were collated, and a review of the literature was performed to determine similar cases and outcomes. RESULTS Five elderly patients (mean age 80 y, range 71-89 y) with significant existing comorbidities (average ASA 3) presented acutely with large PH at our institution. All had abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting, symptoms of gastric outlet obstruction, and an element of hypoxia. Computed tomography examination results confirmed the diagnosis. Because the patients were elderly and frail, a formal surgical repair of the PHs was not feasible. A combined laparoscopy/PEG gastropexy was undertaken to reduce the PH, and a 2-point PEG fixation was performed. Four of the 5 patients returned to normal oral intake before discharge. A fifth patient was successfully fed via the PEG. There were no complications, and all were discharged to their usual place of residence. CONCLUSION A combination of laparoscopic reduction and nonsutured PEG gastropexy is a safe and effective alternative treatment for high-risk patients (with significant morbidity and mortality) with symptomatic PHs. Most patients (80%) returned to normal oral intake postprocedure and were discharged home within 3 d.
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Shrestha AK, Joshi M, DeBono L, Naeem K, Basu S. Laparoscopic repair of type III/IV giant para-oesophageal herniae with biological prosthesis: a single centre experience. Hernia 2019; 23:387-396. [PMID: 30661178 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-019-01888-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2018] [Accepted: 01/09/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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PURPOSE Repair of giant paraoesophageal herniae (GPEH) is technically challenging and requires significant experience in advanced foregut surgery. Controversy continues on suture versus mesh cruroplasty with the most recent systematic review and meta-analysis putting the onus on the operating surgeon. Study aim was to review whether the biological prosthesis (non-cross-linked bovine pericardium and porcine dermis) and the technique adopted for patients with GPEH had an influence on clinical and radiological recurrences. METHOD A retrospective analysis of a prospectively collected data of 60 consecutive patients with confirmed 5 cm hiatus hernia and ≥ 30% stomach displacement in the thorax that were operated in the upper gastrointestinal unit of a large district general hospital between September 2010 and August 2017. Pre and post-surgery Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease Questionnaire [(GORD-HRQOL)] and a follow up contrast study were completed. RESULTS 60 included 2 (3%) and 58 (97%) emergency and elective procedures respectively with a male: female ratio of 1:3, age 71* (Median) (42-89) years, BMI 29* (19-42) and 26 (43%) with ASA III/IV. Investigations confirmed 46* (37-88) mm and 42* (34-77) mm transverse and antero-posterior hiatal defect respectively with 60* (30-100)% displacement of stomach into chest. Operative time and length of stay was 180* (120-510) minutes and 2* (1-30) days respectively. One (2%) converted for bleeding and 2 (3%) peri-operative deaths. Five (8%), 5 (8%) and 4 (7%) have dysphagia, symptomatic and radiological recurrences respectively. GORD-HRQOL recorded preoperatively was 27* (10-39) dropping significantly postoperatively to 0* (0-21) (P < 0.005) with 95% patient satisfaction at a follow up of 60* (36-84) months. CONCLUSIONS Our technique of laparoscopic GPEH repair with biological prosthesis is safe with a reduced symptomatic and radiological recurrence and an acceptable morbidity and mortality.
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- A K Shrestha
- Department of General Surgery, East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT), Ashford, Kent, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT), Ashford, Kent, UK
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- Department of Surgery, One Ashford Hospital, Willesborough, Ashford, Kent, UK
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- Department of Radiology, EKHUFT, Ashford, Kent, UK
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- Department of Surgery, EKHUFT, Ashford, Kent, UK. .,Department of Surgery, William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LZ, UK.
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Abnormal High-Resolution Manometry Findings and Outcomes after Paraesophageal Hernia Repair. J Am Coll Surg 2018; 227:181-188.e2. [PMID: 29605727 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2018.03.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2018] [Revised: 03/16/2018] [Accepted: 03/19/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Abnormal esophageal peristalsis diagnosed by high-resolution manometry is frequently found as part of the preoperative evaluation of patients with paraesophageal hernia (PEH). Currently, the clinical relevance of these findings is largely unknown. STUDY DESIGN From 2013 to 2016, two hundred and twelve patients undergoing PEH repair were prospectively recorded in an IRB-approved database. Preoperative high-resolution manometry was available for reanalysis according to the latest Chicago Classification (version 3.0) in 200 patients. Outcomes in patients with abnormal motility (AM) were compared with patients with normal motility (NM). RESULTS Abnormal motility was documented in 106 (53%) patients. Abnormal motility was associated with older age (72 vs 69 years) and increased age-adjusted Charlson Comorbidity Index (both, p = 0.04). Compared with preoperative symptoms, postoperative retrosternal pain in AM vs NM patients went from 79% to 5% vs 75% to 2%, regurgitation from 52% to 2% vs 59% to 0%, and dysphagia from 56% to 7% vs 67% to 7%. An esophagogram was performed at a median of 4 months and 3.5 months postoperatively. Postoperative reflux in AM vs NM went from 54% to 21% vs 57% to 16%, and abnormal esophageal motility, visually assessed during the esophagogram, was stable (52% to 56% vs 41% to 48% for AM vs NM, respectively). CONCLUSIONS Patients found to have AM according to the Chicago classification before surgical repair of PEH demonstrated similar symptomatic improvement compared with patients with NM. Selective motility disorders diagnosed by preoperative high-resolution manometry should not preclude surgical repair of giant PEHs.
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Andolfi C, Jalilvand A, Plana A, Fisichella PM. Surgical Treatment of Paraesophageal Hernias: A Review. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2016; 26:778-783. [PMID: 27398823 PMCID: PMC6445204 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2016.0332] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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The management of paraesophageal hernia (PEH) can be challenging due to the lack of consensus regarding indications and principles of operative treatment. In addition, data about the pathophysiology of the hernias are scant. Therefore, the goal of this review is to shed light and describe the classification, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and indications for treatment of PEHs, and provide an overview of the surgical management and a description of the technical principles of the repair.
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- Ciro Andolfi
- Department of Surgery, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Surgery, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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Wang WP, Ni PZ, Chen LQ. Laparoscopic surgical treatment of esophageal hiatal hernia. Shijie Huaren Xiaohua Zazhi 2016; 24:3087-3097. [DOI: 10.11569/wcjd.v24.i20.3087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Types II, III and IV esophageal hiatal hernia (EHH) which presents obvious symptoms or leads to potentially fatal complications requires surgical treatment. Laparoscopy has been used to repair EHH in the last two decades globally and proved to be minimally invasive compared to conventional open surgery. This review summarizes current status and prospectives of laparoscopic application in EHH treatment. The published articles on minimally invasive laparoscopic surgical treatment of EHH in PubMed, Cochrane Library and EMBASE databases were retrieved and analyzed. From 1992 to 2015, 86 English articles involving a total of 4771 patients receiving laparoscopic treatment for EHH were retrieved. Perioperative information including safety and feasibility of procedure, postoperative complications, and short/long-term outcome after laparoscopic repair was retrospectively analyzed. Laparoscopic surgical treatment of EHH is a safe, feasible and minimally invasive procedure with fast recovery after repair, low postoperative morbidity and recurrence.
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Hernia emergencies are commonly encountered by the acute care surgeon. Although the location and contents may vary, the basic principles are constant: address the life-threatening problem first, then perform the safest and most durable hernia repair possible. Mesh reinforcement provides the most durable long-term results. Underlay positioning is associated with the best outcomes. Components separation is a useful technique to achieve tension-free primary fascial reapproximation. The choice of mesh is dictated by the degree of contamination. Internal herniation is rare, and preoperative diagnosis remains difficult. In all hernia emergencies, morbidity is high, and postoperative wound complications should be anticipated.
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- D Dante Yeh
- Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 165 Cambridge Street, Suite 810, Boston, MA 02114, USA.
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Takeuchi N, Nomura Y. Paraesophageal hernia with incarceration of the gastric antrum and duodenal bulb: a case report. BMC Res Notes 2013; 6:451. [PMID: 24207166 PMCID: PMC3835393 DOI: 10.1186/1756-0500-6-451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2013] [Accepted: 11/08/2013] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background In cases of esophageal hernia, incarceration of peritoneal organs other than the stomach is rare. Case presentation An 84-year-old female was admitted to our institution with a complaint of nausea and vomiting. Abdominal computed tomography revealed an esophageal hiatal hernia with incarceration of the gastric antrum and duodenal bulb. Gastrofluorography under gastroendoscopy confirmed prolapse of the antrum and duodenal bulb into the esophageal hernial sac. Although gastroendoscopy guided repositioning of the prolapsed organs was successful, reprolapse occurred immediately. Therefore, surgical treatment was indicated. The gastric antrum and duodenal bulb were associated with a paraesophageal hernia. Therefore, they were repositioned, and passage from the duodenal bulb to the descending portion of the duodenum was improved. Conclusion We report a rare case of paraesophageal hernia with incarceration of the gastric antrum and duodenal bulb.
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- Nobuhiro Takeuchi
- Department of Gastroenterology, Kawasaki Hospital, 3-3-1, Higashiyama-cho, Kobe, Hyogo 652-0042, Japan.
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Braghetto I, Csendes A, Korn O, Musleh M, Lanzarini E, Saure A, Hananias B, Valladares H. [Hiatal hernias: why and how should they be surgically treated]. Cir Esp 2013; 91:438-43. [PMID: 23566935 DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2012.07.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2012] [Accepted: 07/28/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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INTRODUCTION There is controversy in the literature about the choice of expectant medical treatment versus surgical treatment of hiatal hernias, depending on the presence or absence of symptoms. This study presents the results obtained by our group, considering disease duration and postoperative results. PATIENTS AND METHOD A total of 121 patients were included and divided by age, disease duration, type of hiatal hernia and postoperative outcome. RESULTS In 32% of the patients younger than 70 years, symptom duration was longer than 11 years and 68% of those aged more than 71 years had long-term symptoms (p<.05). Type iv hernias (complex) and those with diameters measuring more than 16 cm were observed in the group with longer symptom duration. Complications were more frequent in the older age group, in those with longer symptom duration and in those with type iv complex hernias. There was no postoperative mortality and only one patient (0.8%) with a type iii hernia and severe oesophagitis required reoperation. CONCLUSION We recommend that patients with hiatal hernia undergo surgery at diagnosis to avoid complications and risks. Older patients should not be excluded from surgical indication but should undergo a complete multidisciplinary evaluation to avoid complications and postoperative mortality.
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- Italo Braghetto
- Departamento de Cirugía, Hospital Clínico Dr. José J. Aguirre, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago, Chile.
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Sagi SV, Luz LP. Type IV paraesophageal hernia. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol 2013; 11:A24. [PMID: 23078892 DOI: 10.1016/j.cgh.2012.09.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2012] [Accepted: 09/27/2012] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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- Sashidhar V Sagi
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana
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The relationship between hiatal hernias and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has been greatly debated over the past decades, with the importance of hiatal hernias first being overemphasized and then later being nearly neglected. It is now understood that both the anatomical (hiatal hernia) and the physiological (lower esophageal sphincter) features of the gastroesophageal junction play important, but independent, roles in the pathogenesis of GERD, constituting the widely accepted "two-sphincter hypothesis." The gastroesophageal junction is an anatomically complex area with an inherent antireflux barrier function. However, the gastroesophageal junction becomes incompetent and esophageal acid clearance is compromised in patients with hiatal hernia, which facilitates the development of GERD. Of the different types of hiatal hernias (types I, II, III, and IV), type I (sliding) hiatal hernias are closely associated with GERD. Because GERD may lead to reflux esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma, a better understanding of this association is warranted. Hiatal hernias can be diagnosed radiographically, endoscopically or manometrically, with each modality having its own limitations, especially in the diagnosis of hiatal hernias less than 2 cm in length. In the future, high resolution manometry should be a promising method for accurately assessing the association between hiatal hernias and GERD. The treatment of a hiatal hernia is similar to the management of GERD and should be reserved for those with symptoms attributable to this condition. Surgery should be considered for those patients with refractory symptoms and for those who develop complications, such as recurrent bleeding, ulcerations or strictures.
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- Jong Jin Hyun
- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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The relationship between hiatal hernias and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has been greatly debated over the past decades, with the importance of hiatal hernias first being overemphasized and then later being nearly neglected. It is now understood that both the anatomical (hiatal hernia) and the physiological (lower esophageal sphincter) features of the gastroesophageal junction play important, but independent, roles in the pathogenesis of GERD, constituting the widely accepted "two-sphincter hypothesis." The gastroesophageal junction is an anatomically complex area with an inherent antireflux barrier function. However, the gastroesophageal junction becomes incompetent and esophageal acid clearance is compromised in patients with hiatal hernia, which facilitates the development of GERD. Of the different types of hiatal hernias (types I, II, III, and IV), type I (sliding) hiatal hernias are closely associated with GERD. Because GERD may lead to reflux esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma, a better understanding of this association is warranted. Hiatal hernias can be diagnosed radiographically, endoscopically or manometrically, with each modality having its own limitations, especially in the diagnosis of hiatal hernias less than 2 cm in length. In the future, high resolution manometry should be a promising method for accurately assessing the association between hiatal hernias and GERD. The treatment of a hiatal hernia is similar to the management of GERD and should be reserved for those with symptoms attributable to this condition. Surgery should be considered for those patients with refractory symptoms and for those who develop complications, such as recurrent bleeding, ulcerations or strictures.
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- Jong Jin Hyun
- Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Treatment of Morbid Obesity and Hiatal Paraesophageal Hernia by Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. Obes Surg 2008; 20:801-3. [DOI: 10.1007/s11695-008-9656-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2008] [Accepted: 04/16/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Huang SY, Levine MS, Rubesin SE, Katzka DA, Laufer I. Large Hiatal Hernia with Floppy Fundus: Clinical and Radiographic Findings. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2007; 188:960-4. [PMID: 17377030 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.05.1209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to compare the clinical and barium radiographic findings for 17 patients with large hiatal hernias and a floppy fundus with those for 61 patients with large hiatal hernias but no floppy fundus. CONCLUSIONS Patients with large hiatal hernias can develop a floppy fundus, which has a characteristic appearance on barium studies because it droops below the most superior portion of the herniated gastric body. Distortion of the gastric anatomy in patients with this type of hernia can cause mechanical symptoms that usually resolve after surgical repair of the hernia. Radiologists should be aware of the barium radiographic findings associated with a floppy fundus and of the potential role of surgery in the treatment of patients with symptoms.
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- Steven Y Huang
- Department of Radiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 3400 Spruce St., Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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A sliding hiatus hernia disrupts both the anatomy and physiology of the normal antireflux mechanism. It reduces lower oesophageal sphincter length and pressure, and impairs the augmenting effects of the diaphragmatic crus. It is associated with decreased oesophageal peristalsis, increases the cross-sectional area of the oesophago-gastric junction, and acts as a reservoir allowing reflux from the hernia sac into the oesophagus during swallowing. The overall effect is that of increased oesophageal acid exposure. The presence of a hiatus hernia is associated with symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux, increased prevalence and severity of reflux oesophagitis, as well as Barrett's oesophagus and oesophageal adenocarcinoma. The efficacy of treatment with proton pump inhibitors is reduced. Our view on the significance of the sliding hiatus hernia in gastro-oesophageal reflux disease has changed enormously in recent decades. It was initially thought that a hiatus hernia had to be present for reflux oesophagitis to occur. Subsequently, the hiatus hernia was considered an incidental finding of little consequence. We now appreciate that the hiatus hernia has major patho-physiological effects favouring gastro-oesophageal reflux and hence contributing to oesophageal mucosal injury, particularly in patients with severe gastro-oesophageal reflux disease.
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- C Gordon
- Department of Gastroenterology, St George's Hospital, London, UK
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Keidar A, Szold A. Laparoscopic repair of paraesophageal hernia with selective use of mesh. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2003; 13:149-54. [PMID: 12819496 DOI: 10.1097/00129689-200306000-00002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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The laparoscopic approach to PEH, in use for close to a decade, shows promising results. However, data on the long-term follow-up of patients who undergo this procedure are still lacking, and the use of mesh is debatable. We retrospectively investigated 33 patients who underwent this procedure over a 30-month period. In 10 patients, the repair was performed using a mesh prosthesis. There was one (3%) intraoperative and four (12%) early postoperative complications, with one mortality (3%). The average postoperative stay was 3 days. During a 58-month follow-up period, 18% of the patients developed small, sliding recurrent hernias, with a higher rate in the primary repair group (18% vs. 10%). Surgical outcome was scored good-to-excellent on a questionnaire by 84.5% of the patients. Laparoscopic repair of PEH is feasible and safe. While small recurrences do occur, functional results remain good. The use of mesh should be tailored to the specific patient.
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- Andrei Keidar
- Department of Surgery B, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel
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There are controversies regarding existence and incidence of short esophagus. The authors reviewed the literature incidence of short esophagus among operated patients due to gastroesophageal reflux disease in the last 3 years. The overall incidence of short esophagus was 1.53%. The proposed risk factors (paraesophageal hernia, Barrett's esophagus, reoperation, esophageal strictures and access route) do have a higher incidence of short esophagus, with the exception of the Barrett's esophagus. Although several biases can be associated with the review, the authors identified the short esophagus incidence in the literature.
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- F A M Herbella
- Surgical Gastroenterology Department, Federal University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
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Diaz S, Brunt LM, Klingensmith ME, Frisella PM, Soper NJ. Laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair, a challenging operation: medium-term outcome of 116 patients. J Gastrointest Surg 2003; 7:59-67. [PMID: 12559186 DOI: 10.1016/s1091-255x(02)00151-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 119] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repairs performed in 116 patients between 1992 and 2001 were prospectively analyzed. Perioperative outcomes were assessed and follow-up was performed under protocol. There were 85 female and 31 male patients who had a mean (+/- SD) age of 65 +/- 13 years and an American Society of Anesthesiology score of 2.3 +/- 0.6. All but two patients underwent an antireflux procedure. Gastropexy was performed in 48 patients, an esophageal lengthening procedure in six patients, and prosthetic closure of the hiatus in six patients. Major complications occurred in five patients (4.3%) with two postoperative deaths (1.7%). Mean follow-up was 30 +/- 25 months; 96 patients (83%) have been followed for more than 6 months. Among these patients, 73 (76%) are asymptomatic, 11 (11%) have mild symptoms, and 12 (13%) take antacid medications. Protocol barium esophagograms were obtained in 69% of patients at 6 to 12 months' follow-up. Recurrence of hiatal hernia was documented in 21 patients (22% overall and in 32% of those undergoing contrast studies). Reoperation has been performed in three patients (3%). When only the patients with recurrent hiatal hernias are considered, 13 (62%) are symptomatic but only six (28%) require medication for symptoms. Laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair is generally safe, even in this high-risk group. This study confirms a relatively high incidence of recurrent hiatal abnormalities after paraesophageal hernia repair; however, most recurrent hiatal hernias are small and only 3% have required reoperation. Protocol esophagograms detect recurrences that are minimally symptomatic. Improved techniques must be devised to improve the long-term outcomes of laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair.
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- Sergio Diaz
- Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri.
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OBJECTIVE To examine the hypothesis that elective laparoscopic repair should be routinely performed on patients with asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic paraesophageal hernias. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA The management of asymptomatic paraesophageal hernias is a controversial issue. Most surgeons believe that all paraesophageal hernias should be corrected electively on diagnosis, irrespective of symptoms, to prevent the development of complications and avoid the risk of emergency surgery. METHODS A Markov Monte Carlo decision analytic model was developed to track a hypothetical cohort of patients with asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic paraesophageal hernia and reflect the possible clinical outcomes associated with two treatment strategies: elective laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair (ELHR) or watchful waiting (WW). The input variables for ELHR were estimated from a pooled analysis of 20 published studies, while those for WW and emergency surgery were derived from the 1997 HCUP-NIS database and surgical literature published from 1964 to 2000. Outcomes for the two strategies were expressed in quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs). RESULTS Analysis of the HCUP-NIS database showed that published studies overestimate the mortality of emergency surgery (17% vs. 5.4%). The mortality rate of ELHR was 1.4%. The annual probability of developing acute symptoms requiring emergency surgery with the WW strategy was 1.1%. For patients 65 years of age, ELHR resulted in reduction of 0.13 QALYs (10.78 vs. 10.65) compared with WW. The model predicted that WW was the optimal treatment strategy in 83% of patients and ELHR in the remaining 17%. The model was sensitive only to alterations of the mortality rates of ELHR and emergency surgery. CONCLUSIONS If ELHR is routinely recommended, it would be more beneficial than WW in fewer than one of five patients. WW is a reasonable alternative for the initial management of patients with asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic paraesophageal hernias, and even if an emergency operation is required, the burden of the procedure is not as severe as was thought in the past.
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OBJECTIVE To examine the hypothesis that elective laparoscopic repair should be routinely performed on patients with asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic paraesophageal hernias. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA The management of asymptomatic paraesophageal hernias is a controversial issue. Most surgeons believe that all paraesophageal hernias should be corrected electively on diagnosis, irrespective of symptoms, to prevent the development of complications and avoid the risk of emergency surgery. METHODS A Markov Monte Carlo decision analytic model was developed to track a hypothetical cohort of patients with asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic paraesophageal hernia and reflect the possible clinical outcomes associated with two treatment strategies: elective laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair (ELHR) or watchful waiting (WW). The input variables for ELHR were estimated from a pooled analysis of 20 published studies, while those for WW and emergency surgery were derived from the 1997 HCUP-NIS database and surgical literature published from 1964 to 2000. Outcomes for the two strategies were expressed in quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs). RESULTS Analysis of the HCUP-NIS database showed that published studies overestimate the mortality of emergency surgery (17% vs. 5.4%). The mortality rate of ELHR was 1.4%. The annual probability of developing acute symptoms requiring emergency surgery with the WW strategy was 1.1%. For patients 65 years of age, ELHR resulted in reduction of 0.13 QALYs (10.78 vs. 10.65) compared with WW. The model predicted that WW was the optimal treatment strategy in 83% of patients and ELHR in the remaining 17%. The model was sensitive only to alterations of the mortality rates of ELHR and emergency surgery. CONCLUSIONS If ELHR is routinely recommended, it would be more beneficial than WW in fewer than one of five patients. WW is a reasonable alternative for the initial management of patients with asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic paraesophageal hernias, and even if an emergency operation is required, the burden of the procedure is not as severe as was thought in the past.
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- Nicholas Stylopoulos
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts 02114, USA
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BACKGROUND Paraesophageal hernias classically present in elderly patients with symptoms of postprandial pain, bloating, dysphagia, and anemia. Most surgeons would advocate repairing paraesophageal hernias whenever they are encountered, however, significant levels of dyspnea or pulmonary dysfunction could previously have led to concerns regarding individual patient suitability for repair. We have noted that patients complaining of dyspnea prior to paraesophageal hernia repair often noted significant improvement following surgery. METHODS Between 1995 and 2001, 45 patients (mean age 71.5 years) presented with paraesophageal hernias. Patients had preoperative investigations including chest roentgenogram and barium swallow, 100%; upper endoscopy, 96%; manometry, 89%; and 24-hour pH studies, 27%. Operative repair was accomplished with an open Hill repair with intraoperative manometrics. All patients had assessment of pre- and postoperative spirometry, diffusion capacity, dyspnea index, and quality of life assessment. RESULTS Presenting symptoms included dyspnea, 84%; heartburn, 71%; dysphagia, 67%; regurgitation, 64%; and anemia, 47%. Type II hernias were found in 2 patients, type III in 33 patients, and type IV in 10 patients. Complications were minimal; mortality was zero. Mean length of stay was 4.7 days (range 3 to 9). Significant improvement in spirometry levels were noted in mean forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) (preop, 1.87 liters; postop, 2.17 liters; percent improvement, 16%), p < 0.0001; mean forced vital capacity (FVC) (preop, 2.52 liters; postop, 2.89 liters; percent improvement, 14.7%), p < 0.0001; mean percent predicted FEV1 (preop, 75.8%; postop, 88.6%), p < 0.0001; and mean percent predicted FVC (preop, 78.8%; postop, 91.5%), p < 0.0001. An improvement trend was noted in diffusing capacity, which did not reach statistical significance. The degree of improvement was seen to correlate with the size of the hernia. When hernias involved 100% of the stomach, percent improvement in FEV1 of 19.6% and FVC of 19.7% were noted. Two patients who required home oxygen were able to discontinue therapy following surgery. Significant improvements in quality of life scores and dyspnea index were documented. CONCLUSIONS Elderly patients with paraesophageal hernias are occasionally considered inappropriate candidates for surgical repair on the basis of coexistent medical problems including pulmonary dysfunction. Paraesophageal hernia repair is routinely associated with significant improvement in spirometry values, dyspnea index, and quality of life scores.
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- Donald E Low
- Section of General Thoracic Surgery, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington 98101, USA.
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Khaitan L, Houston H, Sharp K, Holzman M, Richards W. Laparoscopic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Has an Acceptable Recurrence Rate. Am Surg 2002. [DOI: 10.1177/000313480206800608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Recent literature has reported as high as a 42 per cent recurrence rate after laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair (LPEHR). We report long-term follow-up in a cohort of patients undergoing LPEHR at Vanderbilt University. Thirty-one patients underwent attempted LPEHR between September 1993 and May 2000. Six of 31 patients (19%) were converted to an open procedure and were excluded from the study. All patients had complete excision of the sac, primary closure of the crura, and an antireflux procedure. An Institutional Review Board-approved follow-up barium esophagram was performed at a mean of 25 months postoperatively. Three experienced laparoscopic surgeons (K.S., M.H., and W.R.) collectively reviewed the esophagrams for evidence of recurrence. The mean age of patients was 61 years (range 41–92). There were six males and 19 females. Fifteen of 25 patients (60%) returned for an esophagram. Only one of 15 patients (7%) had a recurrent paraesophageal hernia. However, five of 15 patients (33%) had herniated an intact wrap 2 to 4 cm above the diaphragm. The patient with a true paraesophageal hernia recurrence returned with symptoms of dysphagia. Two of the five patients (40%) with a herniated wrap complained of heartburn, which was controlled with a proton pump inhibitor. All other patients were asymptomatic. Our recurrence rate of true paraesophageal hernias after LPEHR is low (7%) and compares with that reported in the literature for open repairs. However, 33 per cent of the patients in this study were found to have a herniated wrap. Because there is no risk of strangulation we have not operated on any of these patients. LPEHR is our procedure of choice for Type II and III hiatal hernias with good symptom relief and a low true recurrence rate.
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- Leena Khaitan
- Department of Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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