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[Surgically treated Zenker diverticulum: a double-contrast radiologic study and videorecording]
A Rotondo1, R Grassi, P Zanatta
1Istituto di Scienze Radiologiche (II Cattedra), II Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia, Napoli.
La Radiologia Medica
|September 1, 1990
Summary
Double-contrast radiology and video-recording identified anomalies in most patients after pharyngoesophageal diverticula surgery. This combined approach is recommended for detecting functional disorders and complications like stenosis and recurrence.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Pharyngoesophageal diverticula require surgical resection.
- Postoperative complications can significantly impact patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of combined double-contrast radiology and video-recording in assessing patients post-surgical resection of pharyngoesophageal diverticula.
- To identify the incidence of morphological or functional anomalies and postoperative complications.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 16 patients who underwent surgical resection.
- Utilized combined double-contrast barium examination and video-recording for investigation.
Main Results:
- Morphological or functional anomalies were identified in 11 out of 16 patients (68.75%).
- High rates of postoperative complications were observed: 18% for stenoses and 43% for recurrences.
- The combined imaging technique successfully detected functional disorders.
Conclusions:
- Combined double-contrast radiology and video-recording is a valuable tool for detecting postoperative functional disorders in patients with pharyngoesophageal diverticula.
- The study highlights a significant incidence of postoperative stenoses and recurrences, underscoring the need for effective diagnostic methods.