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In patients with symptoms suggestive of Zenker’s diverticulum a very simple and safe x-ray called a Barium Swallow is performed. Upper endoscopy can also be used to diagnose a Zenker’s diverticulum, but for purposes of determining whether a patient is a surgical candidate, a barium swallow MUST be obtained.
