Trends in the presentation of patients with esophageal diverticula in the era of endoscopy

ConclusionNowadays, the majority of ED are endoscopically diagnosed and these are less likely to be symptomatic than radiographically diagnosed ED. ED patients are older than previously reported and older patients are less likely to undergo esophageal manometry or surgery. Gastroenterologists and surgeons should be aware of these emerging trends.

Source: European Surgery - October 1, 2021 Category: Surgery Source Type: research