Zenker diverticulum arises due to weakness in which region?
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Correct answer: Pharyngoesophageal junction
Zenker diverticulum forms at the pharyngoesophageal junction due to weakness in the muscular wall. It is a pulsion diverticulum associated with dysphagia and regurgitation.
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