Abstract
A case of pharyngeal (Zenker's) pouch in a patient suffering from polymyositis is presented. Although dysphagia is a recognized manifestation of polymyositis, in this unique case it was caused by a pharyngeal pouch. The aetiology of Zenker's diverticulum is discussed in the light of this unexpected association.
MeSH terms
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Contrast Media
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Deglutition Disorders / diagnostic imaging
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Deglutition Disorders / etiology
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Deglutition Disorders / physiopathology
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Female
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Humans
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Middle Aged
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Polymyositis / complications*
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Polymyositis / diagnostic imaging
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Polymyositis / physiopathology
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Radiography
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Zenker Diverticulum / diagnostic imaging
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Zenker Diverticulum / etiology*
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Zenker Diverticulum / physiopathology