Video del Professor Martin Anthony Birchall
Frequently-asked questions about pharyngeal pouch - Online interview
Descrizione:
Pharyngeal pouch, or Zenker's diverticulum, is an uncommon ENT condition. However, in those that do have it, it can hinder quality of life whether it's mild or more severe. Here to provide a detailed insight into the condition is Professor Martin Anthony Birchall, a world-leading academic, renowned surgeon and pioneer in the field of laryngology based in London and Bristol. If you would like to schedule a consultation with Professor Birchall, you can do so by visiting his Top Doctors profile: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/martin-anthony-birchall ✔ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fSrqXb ✔ Follow us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t5kGsW ✔ Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39TidKh 00:00 What are the typical symptoms and clinical presentations associated with a pharyngeal pouch, and how does it differ from other conditions affecting the pharynx? 01:33 What are the main risk factors and underlying causes that contribute to the development of pharyngeal pouches, and how can they be effectively identified and addressed? 03:10 What diagnostic techniques or tools are commonly used to confirm the presence of a pharyngeal pouch, and what additional investigations may be necessary to assess its size, location, and potential complications? 03:53 What are the available treatment options for managing a pharyngeal pouch, and what factors should be considered when determining the most appropriate approach for each individual patient? 09:03 What are the potential complications associated with an untreated or recurrent pharyngeal pouch, and how can an ENT specialist effectively monitor and support patients to minimize these risks?