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[Zenker's diverticulum].

S J Stöckli1, S Schmid

  • 1Klinik und Poliklinik für Otorhinolaryngologie, Hals- und Gesichtschirurgie, Universitätsspitals Zürich.

Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
|June 8, 2000
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Zenker's diverticulum, a pharyngooesophageal condition, is best treated with transoral endoscopic diverticulooesophagostomy. This minimally invasive surgery offers rapid symptom relief for patients with this rare esophageal disorder.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Otolaryngology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Esophageal Motility Disorders

Context:

  • Zenker's diverticulum, a posterior pharyngooesophageal pouch, has a poorly understood etiology despite historical research.
  • Traditional surgical approaches carry risks, prompting investigation into less invasive alternatives.
  • Dysphagia and regurgitation are hallmark symptoms, necessitating effective treatment.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of transoral endoscopic diverticulooesophagostomy using the Endo-GIA stapler for Zenker's diverticulum.
  • To compare endoscopic techniques with traditional transcervical surgery.
  • To establish an optimal therapeutic strategy for pharyngooesophageal diverticula.

Summary:

  • Transoral endoscopic diverticulooesophagostomy with an Endo-GIA stapler provides a rapid (10-15 min) and effective treatment for Zenker's diverticulum.

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  • This technique severs the common wall between the diverticulum and esophagus, closing the mucosal defect with staples.
  • Postoperative oral feeding is possible on day one, with significant symptom relief reported for elderly patients.

    • Impact:

    • Minimally invasive endoscopic surgery reduces risks associated with recurrent laryngeal nerve injury and pharyngeal fistulas.
    • The procedure offers equivalent symptom relief to traditional methods with faster recovery.
    • This approach represents a shift towards preferred therapy for Zenker's diverticulum, improving patient outcomes.