Plummer-Vinson syndrome.

Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol

Division of Gastroenterology, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon.

Published: December 2013

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Plummer-Vinson syndrome (PVS) is a rare disorder characterized by a triad of iron-deficiency anemia, cervical dysphagia, and post-cricoid esophageal webs. The exact relationship between anemia and web formation remains unclear, with current hypotheses lacking strong evidence. Although treating anemia generally resolves dysphagia, some cases require endoscopic intervention.

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  • - Plummer-Vinson syndrome (PVS) is a rare condition characterized by iron deficiency anemia, esophageal strictures, and dysphagia, primarily affecting women aged 40-70.
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Plummer-Vinson syndrome (PVS) is characterized by the classic triad of post-cricoid dysphagia, iron-deficiency anemia and esophageal webs. PVS is commonly found in women of middle age especially in the fourth and fifth decade of life. The prevalence of PVS has decreased due to early detection of iron deficiency and repletion of iron stores.

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