The Incidence of Hiatal Hernia After Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy

This retrospective single institution review assessed the incidence of hiatal hernia after minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE).  Of 114 patients followed, 9 (8%) developed herniation, of whom 5 were symptomatic.  All were repaired laparoscopically, except 2 who underwent emergent surgery, with good results.