Which condition is a protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm?
A) esophageal varices
B) gastrocele
C) hiatal hernia
D) inguinal hernia

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A hiatal hernia is a protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm, specifically the opening called the hiatus. Option A, esophageal varices, refers to swollen veins in the esophagus and is not related to hiatal hernia. Option B, gastrocele is not a medical term and is not related to hiatal hernia. Option D, inguinal hernia refers to a protrusion of abdominal contents through the inguinal canal in the groin area and is not related to hiatal hernia.

Which Condition Is a Protrusion of Part of the Stomach