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[Plummer-Vinson syndrome: a case report]
Iana Silva Dias1, Francisco Assis Costa, Alana Costa Borges
1Médica Cirurgiã Plástica e Preceptora do Serviço de Cirurgia Plástica e Microcirurgia Reconstrutiva da Universidade Federal do Ceará-CE-BR.
Revista Do Colegio Brasileiro De Cirurgioes
|March 30, 2013
Summary
Plummer-Vinson syndrome, a rare condition, was diagnosed after a lengthy period and multiple physician consultations. Treatment involved iron supplementation and endoscopic dilatations, resulting in aymptomatic recovery.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Hematology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Plummer-Vinson syndrome (PVS) is a rare disorder characterized by the triad of dysphagia, iron deficiency anemia, and esophageal webs.
- PVS is increasingly uncommon in developed nations due to improved nutrition and early diagnosis of iron deficiency.
Observation:
- This case highlights a delayed diagnosis of PVS, occurring after years of symptomatic presentation and extensive medical evaluations.
- The patient presented with symptoms suggestive of PVS, necessitating a comprehensive diagnostic workup.
Findings:
- Diagnosis was established after a prolonged disease course, underscoring challenges in recognizing this rare syndrome.
- Treatment involved oral iron supplementation to correct anemia and endoscopic dilatations to address esophageal webs.
Implications:
- This case emphasizes the importance of considering rare diagnoses like PVS in patients with persistent, unexplained symptoms, particularly dysphagia and anemia.
- Successful management with iron and dilatations demonstrates the efficacy of established treatment protocols for PVS.
- Increased awareness among healthcare providers can lead to earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes for Plummer-Vinson syndrome.
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