Abstract
We describe our experience of a recently reported endoscopic stapling technique for the treatment of pharyngeal pouch. In contrast to other endoscopic procedures, which only divide the common wall between oesophagus and diverticulum, the linear cutting stapler also tightly seals the divided edges of mucosa and muscle. The procedure was performed without complications in three patients with complete resolution of pre-treatment symptoms. To our knowledge this is the first report of the use of this procedure in Australia. This endoscopic stapling operation appears to be safe, simple and cost-effective and offers advantages over previously used techniques.
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