The medical term for a protrusion of the upper portion of the stomach through the diaphragm to enter the thoracic cavity is:
A) umbilical hernia.
B) intussusception.
C) hiatal hernia.
D) inguinal hernia.

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The medical term for a protrusion of the upper portion of the stomach through the diaphragm to enter the thoracic cavity is a hiatal hernia. Option A is incorrect as it refers to a hernia at the naval region. Option B is incorrect as it refers to a condition where one portion of the intestine invaginates into another portion. Option D is incorrect as it refers to a hernia in the groin region.

The Medical Term for a Protrusion of the Upper Portion