A 67-year-old man presents with mild dysphagia and throat discomfort that has slowly progressed over the past 5 years. He reports waking up at night choking and regurgitating undigested food. He has been troubled by halitosis and has noticed a small protrusion in his neck over the past year. He denies weight loss or heartburn. Which of the following is most consistent with his symptoms?

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The symptoms described, including dysphagia, regurgitation of undigested food, halitosis, and a neck protrusion, are most consistent with Zenker's diverticulum. This condition involves the formation of a diverticulum, or pouch, in the upper esophagus, which can collect food and lead to the symptoms described.

A 67-Year-Old Man Presents with Mild Dysphagia and Throat Discomfort