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Hiatus hernia

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hiatus hernia

Hiatus hernia
A protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm to a position next to the esophagus.
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The GARD(TM) (Gastro-esophageal Anti-Reflux Device) is made of a medical grade patented soft tubular valve attached through the mouth under endoscopic control in the lower esophagus or hiatus hernia, with endoscopically placed patented new reversible clips.
 
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