Sliding haitus hernia

Object numberGCX.923
TitleSliding haitus hernia
DescriptionRadiograph showing the typical appearances of a sliding hiatus hernia. From a 40 year old female with symptoms of acid reflux. The arrows indicate the position of (a) the gastro-oesophageal junction high above the diaphragm and (b) the level of the hiatus through which the herniated segment of stomach has passed.
Production periodTwentieth century, late
Object nameSTOMACH
Object categoryX-ray
Dimensions
- Width: 19 cm
Height: 23.5 cm