Diverticulum is a medical term that refers to an abnormal, pouch-like structure. Diverticula can form in nearly all areas of the digestive tract. When a pouch forms at the junction of the pharynx and ...

OAK BROOK, Ill. – April 30, 2013 – A new study reports that flexible endoscopic treatment of Zenker's diverticulum by using a diverticuloscope offers a treatment modality with a very low complication ...

Dear Doctor: I have a Zenker's diverticulum that, after 10 years, seems to be very large, judging by the volume it holds. At virtually every meal, I choke on food clogged in my esophagus, then I ...

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Dr Sharma has been at the forefront and a pioneer in improving the diagnosis and management of GI diseases and cancer, specifically GERD, Barrett’s esophagus, advanced imaging, artificial intelligence ...

Esophageal diverticula can be categorized as (1) true diverticula that contain all the layers of the esophageal wall, (2) false diverticula that contain only the mucosa, and (3) intramural diverticula ...

At rest, closure of the upper esophageal sphincter (UES) is due to passive forces as well as active muscle contraction, and its relaxation requires inhibition of the cricopharyngeus and contraction of ...

Esophageal diverticulum is a fairly rare condition. Treatment is usually only needed if you have other underlying conditions or it becomes severe. Here’s what you need to know. A diverticulum is a ...

CHENNAI : A 73-year-old woman from Chennai was treated successfully at the Gleneagles Global Health City (GGHC), Chennai for Zenker’s diverticulum using Z-poem method. Prior to the treatment, she has ...

Zenker’s diverticulum is a pouch that can form at the lower part of your throat. If it's left untreated, food and saliva can become trapped in it over time. Learn more about the symptoms of Zenker’s ...

In Zenker’s diverticulum, a pouch or “diverticulum” develops in the upper part of the esophagus, between the mouth and stomach. Food can become stuck in this pouch. This can lead to difficulty ...