Zenker's diverticulum- carcinoma of the esophagus?

J Otolaryngol. 1979 Jun;8(3):266-70.

Abstract

Malignant change may occur in a pharyngo-esophageal diverticulum and although it is rare, a small number of cases has been reported. A similar case is reported here to contribute to the awareness of the existence of such an entity.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / diagnosis*
  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / pathology
  • Esophageal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Esophageal Neoplasms / pathology
  • Esophagoscopy
  • Esophagus / anatomy & histology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Pharyngeal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Pharyngeal Neoplasms / pathology
  • Pharynx / anatomy & histology