ICD-11 code : LB12.4;
Preferred Label : Congenital diverticulum of oesophagus;
ICD-11 definition : A very rare congenital diverticulum which is typically located just above the cricopharyngeal
junction. It is usually asymptomatic unless complicated by an inflammatory process.
If the diverticulum compresses the trachea or is associated with oesophageal stenosis
or fistula, the symptoms of stridor, progressive dysphagia, respiratory distress,
severe choking, and regurgitation may be present from birth.;
ICD-11 synonym : Congenital oesophageal pouch; oesophageal pseudodiverticulum; oesophageal pouch; congenital oesophageal diverticulum.; diverticulum of oesophagus;
ICD-11 inclusion : pharyngoesophageal diverticula; oesophageal diverticula; pharyngoesophageal diverticulum; oesophageal diverticulum; oesophageal diverticulosis; oesophageal pouch; Congenital oesophageal pouch;
Origin ID : 42183618;
UMLS CUI : C0266133;
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A very rare congenital diverticulum which is typically located just above the cricopharyngeal
junction. It is usually asymptomatic unless complicated by an inflammatory process.
If the diverticulum compresses the trachea or is associated with oesophageal stenosis
or fistula, the symptoms of stridor, progressive dysphagia, respiratory distress,
severe choking, and regurgitation may be present from birth.
