UNKNOWN

but

can be influenced by: • People with esophageal –

• Age (Elderly)
motility disorder
• Sex (Men)
• Individuals with esophagitis

Weakness between muscle

fibers of esophagus

Scarring/adhesion due to
Increase in luminal pressure
pulling on esophageal walls
by an external inflammatory
force

Pulsion Diverticulum
Traction Diverticulum

Bulging/out pouching of
mucosa or submucosa of the
weak portions of the
esophagus

Dysphagia Fullness of neck Belching Regurgitation of Gurgling Halitosis

undigested food

Self-care deficit
Impaired Swallowing
• Risk for Aspiration
• Risk for Fluid Volume
Deficit

Manometric Studies for

• Acute Pain Diverticulum
epiphrenic
• Risk for Aspiration

Barium Swallow and X-Ray

for confirmatory
Neuromuscular blocker
Myotomy of the Diverticulectomy
agent ex. Botulinum
cricopharyngeal muscle
toxin agent type a

• Headache
• Tiredness
Dependent on their age and Esophageal diverticula
• Dry mouth complications are rare but
comorbidities as this will
determine their surgical include esophageal
candidacy obstruction, perforation, and
squamous cell carcinoma
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Risk Factor: Predisposing Factor Medication

Risk Factor: Precipitating Factor Side Effects

Clinical Manifestations Surgical Management

Nursing Diagnosis Prognosis: If Not Treated