Two cases of pharyngoesophageal diverticula were reported with referen
ce to previous studies. Definite diagnosis was established by esophago
graphy. The surgical treatment is generally conducted in accordance wi
th Goodman-Parnes' criteria for surgical indication. We also carried o
ut surgery on the basis of this criteria. One-stage diverticulectomy w
as performed and favorable results with no postoperative complications
were obtained.