Epiphrenic diverticulum

Discussion:

Epiphrenic diverticula are pulsion diverticula of the distal esophagus arising just above the lower esophageal sphincter.

They typically arise in the context of esophageal dysmotility, and often in conjunction with a hiatus hernia.

Minimally invasive surgical treatment for symptomatic patients are now available via thorascopic or laproscopic approaches. 

 

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