Clinical Case Database / Category: Case Based Discussion
Pharyngeal pouch / zenker diverticulum
Publication details
Dr G Dimbleby MBChB, Dr Osama Hamarneh SpR ENT
Foundation Years Journal, volume 4, issue 7, p.40 (123Doc Education, London, July 2010)
Abstract
This case based discussion focuses on the presentation and management options of a pharyngeal pouch in a 72-year-old woman.
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Authors
Dr G Dimbleby MBChB
Foundation Year 1 ENT
Royal Wolverhampton Hospital
Wednesfield road
Wolverhampton, WV10 0QP
gdimbleby@doctors.org.uk
Dr Osama Hamarneh SpR ENT
New Cross Hospital
Wolverhampton
ohamarneh@gmail.com
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