Medical articles of Hiatal hernia surgery

25/03/2026
Mr Prem Chana
Consultant UGI and General Surgeon
Hiatus hernia surgery: what to expect and how it helps
A hiatus hernia is a common condition where part of the stomach pushes up through the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen. While some people may have no symptoms, others can experience discomfort that affects their daily life.
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05/02/2026
Mr Shahid Farid
Consultant Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplant Surgeon
Flying after hernia surgery: When is it safe?
In this insightful article, esteemed consultant general, hepatobiliary and liver transplant surgeon, Mr Shahid Farid, shares his expert knowledge with regards to flying after hernia surgery.
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23/01/2026
Mr Stavros Karamanakos
Consultant General & Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon Surgeon
An overview of the different types of hernia
Here to provide us with an insightful overview of the different types of hernia is distinguished general and upper gastrointestinal surgeon, Mr Stavros Karamanakos.
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12/12/2025
Mr Prem Chana
Consultant UGI and General Surgeon
Hiatus hernia surgery and its long-term benefits
Surgery is sometimes recommended for a hiatus hernia when symptoms are severe or when lifestyle adjustments and medicines no longer provide adequate control. Understanding the procedure and its long-term outcomes can help patients decide on the most appropriate approach.
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25/09/2025
Mr Humza Malik
Consultant upper GI and general surgeon
Hernias explained: Symptoms, causes and when to see a doctor
Recognising the signs of a hernia, and knowing when medical attention is needed helps to ensure complications are avoided.
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09/10/2024
Professor Nick Maynard
Surgeon
Revisional hiatal hernia surgery for anti-reflux
Revisional hiatal hernia surgery for anti-reflux is a complex procedure aimed at correcting issues that persist or arise after an initial surgery to treat a hiatal hernia or gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD).
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30/01/2024
Mr Tom Wiggins
Surgeon
Hiatal hernia repair: Understanding the procedure, patient suitability, and success rates
We invited highly respected consultant in upper gastrointestinal and general surgery Mr Tom Wiggins to share his expert insight on hiatal hernia repair, giving key advice for patients preparing for this type of surgery.
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24/03/2017
Mr Krishna Moorthy
Surgeon
Hiatus hernia: cause, diagnosis and surgery
Unlike more common types of hernias, a hiatus (or hiatal) hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes into the diaphragm with rarely any noticeable symptoms. Leading surgeon Mr Krishna Moorthy explains the cause, symptoms and treatment of a hiatus hernia.
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16/03/2017
Mr Sakhawat (Zak) Rahman
Surgeon
Hiatal hernia treatment: what happens after surgery?
Hiatal hernia surgery is usually performed as a minimally invasive procedure, known as laparoscopic surgery. Patients can usually return to work after about ten days, but it is important to follow the correct aftercare, including a liquid diet.
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