What surgical procedure is commonly performed to treat hiatal hernias?

The commonly performed surgical procedure to treat hiatal hernias is fundoplication. This procedure involves wrapping the top of the stomach (the fundus) around the lower esophagus to strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter, preventing the backflow of stomach contents and alleviating symptoms associated with hiatal hernias, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Fundoplication is specifically designed to address the anatomical and functional complications arising from hiatal hernias. By reinforcing the barrier between the stomach and the esophagus, it helps to improve symptoms and prevent further complications associated with hiatal hernias.

Other procedures listed, such as cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder), appendectomy (removal of the appendix), and herniorrhaphy (repair of a hernia), do not specifically address the structural issues caused by hiatal hernias.