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. 2025 Dec;57(S 01):E1395-E1396.
doi: 10.1055/a-2743-9321. Epub 2025 Dec 8.

Submucosal tunneling endoscopic septum division for Zenker's diverticulum in a patient with scoliosis and stent impaction

Zhi-Yu Xiang #  1 , Lina Fan #  2 , Sheng-Li Lin  1   3 , Lili Ma  1   3 , Ping-Hong Zhou  1   3
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Submucosal tunneling endoscopic septum division for Zenker's diverticulum in a patient with scoliosis and stent impaction

Zhi-Yu Xiang et al. Endoscopy. 2025 Dec.
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Figures

Fig. 1
Fig. 1
Images showing significantly increased challenges and risks. a, b Radiographic images showing severe congenital scoliosis. c The displaced and impacted stent filled with food.
Fig. 2
Fig. 2
Endoscopic images showing a separation of the granulation tissue around the esophageal stent. b A mucosal incision. c The submucosal longitudinal tunneling. d Tunneling performed at both sides of the septum. e The septum being prepared for complete transection. f The mucosal entry closed with endoclips after hemostasis.
Fig. 3
Fig. 3
Esophagography showing restored luminal patency without contrast retention.
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References

    1. Zhang DF, Chen WF, Wang Y et al. Submucosal tunneling endoscopic septum division for esophageal diverticulum with a median follow-up of 39 months: a multicenter cohort study. Gastrointest Endosc. 2022;96:612–6190. - PubMed

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