Plummer-Vinson syndrome: improving outcomes with a multidisciplinary approach

Abstract

Kevin Bryan Lo,1 Jeri Albano,1 Naemat Sandhu,2 Nellowe Candelario11Department of Medicine, Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA; 2Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USAAbstract: Plummer-Vinson syndrome is a rare condition associated with dysphagia, iron deficiency, and esophageal webs. Data regarding this condition is limited to mostly case reports and a few small cohort studies. Although most cases have a benign and indolent course, the risk of malignancy warrants long-term surveillance. A multidisciplinary approach among healthcare providers is of the utmost importance in the management of this condition.Keywords: esophageal webs, iron deficiency anemia, dysphagia, malignancy

Keywords

• esophageal webs
• iron deficiency anemia
• dysphagia
• malignancy