Plummer-Vinson Syndrome Clinical Presentation

Plummer-Vinson Syndrome Clinical Presentation

Question. Write short note on Plummer-Vinson syndrome.

Answer.

“Genetic predisposition to Plummer-Vinson Syndrome”

Plummer-Vinson syndrome is also known as Paterson-Brown-Kelly syndrome.

Plummer-Vinson syndrome consists of following features i.e. dysphagia, iron deficiency anemia,koilonychia and glossitis.

Plummer-Vinson syndrome

Clinical Features

“Clinical presentation of Plummer-Vinson Syndrome”

• It is seen in middle aged women.
• Patient has characteristic asthenic appearance.
• Esophageal webs are present which leads to dysphagia.
• Tongue is smooth and red.
• Angular cheilitis is also seen.
• Nails of the patient are spoon-shaped.

Diagnosis

• Clinical diagnosis reveals all the above-mentioned features.
• During blood examination picture of iron deficiency anemia is present.
• Biopsy reveals atrophy of epithelium, lamina propria as well as muscles.

Plummer-Vinson syndrome symptoms

“Role of dietary changes in managing Plummer-Vinson Syndrome”

Management

• Iron deficiency anemia should be corrected by giving hematinics to the patient.
• Esophageal dilatation should be done.