Repair of Symptomatic Giant Paraesophageal Hernias in Elderly (>70 Years) Patients Results in Improved Quality of Life

Introduction Giant paraesophageal hernias (PEH) involve herniation ofstomach and/or other viscera into the mediastinum. These are usually symptomatic and commonly occur in the elderly. The benefits and risks of operating on elderly patients with giant PEH have not been clearly elucidated.