Diverticulum of the stomach

Diverticulum of the stomach is rare, more often localized on the back wall of the subcardial department closer to a small curvature. Clinical manifestations occur with inflammation of the diverticulum, they resemble a peptic ulcer. Diagnosis is based on data from X-ray and fibrogastroscopy. The treatment is indicated in the presence of complaints, the excision of the diverticulum is performed.

The prognosis is favorable.