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 ...

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Zenker’s diverticulectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat a diverticulum, which is an outpouching of the wall of the esophagus. During this procedure, the diverticulum is removed and the edges ...

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 ...

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 ...