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Pharyngeal Pouch (Zenker's Diverticulum)Definition:%u2022Herniation between thyropharyngeus and cricopharyngeus musclesPresentation:%u2022Dysphagia%u2022Regurgitation of old eaten food%u2022Halitosis%u2022Chronic cough%u2022Progressive weight lossInvestigation:%u2022Avoid endoscopy (risk of rupture)%u2022Barium swallow may show residual pool of contrast within the pouchManagement:%u2022Surgical (minimally invasive surgery)
