Lo KB, Albano J, Sandhu N, Candelario N. Plummer-Vinson syndrome: improving outcomes with a multidisciplinary approach.
J Multidiscip Healthc 2019;
12:471-477. [PMID:
31417270 PMCID:
PMC6593774 DOI:
10.2147/jmdh.s180410]
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Abstract
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.
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