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the most common type of hiatal hernia is: please select your answer.. a…

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the most common type of hiatal hernia is: please select your answer.. a paraesophageal hernia b sliding hernia

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Hiatal hernias are classified into types. Sliding hernia is the most common. In a sliding hernia, the gastro - esophageal junction and a portion of the stomach move up into the mediastinum through the esophageal hiatus. Paraesophageal hernia is less common where the gastro - esophageal junction remains in place but a portion of the stomach herniates beside the esophagus.

Answer:

B. Sliding hernia