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Plummer-Vinson syndrome/esophageal web |
| Definition: |
| Plummer-Vinson syndrome is a disorder linked to severe, long-term iron deficiency anemia, which causes swallowing difficulty due to web-like membranes of tissue growing in the throat.
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| Alternative Names: |
| Paterson-Kelly syndrome; Sideropenic dysphagia |
| Causes, incidence, and risk factors: |
The cause of Plummer-Vinson syndrome is unknown. Genetic factors and nutritional deficiencies may play a role. Women are at higher risk than men. |
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, M.D., Department of Gastroenterology, Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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