Ulcer occurring in Zenker's diverticulum

Gastrointest Radiol. 1977 Oct 25;2(2):117-8. doi: 10.1007/BF02256480.

Abstract

The radiographic and pathologic findings of a Zenker's-type diverticulum containing multiple ulcers are described. This rare complication probably represented peptic ulceration of the diverticular mucosa resulting from reflux of the gastric content.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Diverticulum / complications*
  • Diverticulum / diagnostic imaging
  • Diverticulum / pathology
  • Diverticulum, Esophageal / complications*
  • Diverticulum, Esophageal / diagnostic imaging
  • Diverticulum, Esophageal / pathology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Peptic Ulcer / etiology*
  • Peptic Ulcer / pathology
  • Pharyngeal Diseases / complications*
  • Pharyngeal Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Pharyngeal Diseases / pathology
  • Radiography