Medical Dictionary
Zenker's diverticulum
noun
Medical Definition of ZENKER'S DIVERTICULUM
: an abnormal pouch in the upper part of the esophagus in which food may become trapped causing bad breath, irritation, difficulty in swallowing, and regurgitation—called also pharyngoesophageal diverticulum; compare pulsion diverticulum
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