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Plummer-Vinson syndrome/esophageal web - Symptom

Alternative Names

Paterson-Kelly syndrome; Sideropenic dysphagia

Symptoms:

  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Weakness

Signs and tests:

Upper GI series or upper endoscopy may reveal the web. Tests to diagnose anemia and/or iron deficiency may be useful.

Some patients develop skin and nail abnormalities that can be identified by a doctor during an examination.

  • Reviewed last on: 10/13/2006
  • Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.