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[Sideropenic dysphagia].

F Kharrat1, S Mnif, M S Kechaou

  • 1Service de Radiologie, C.H.U., Sfax, Tunisie.

Journal De Radiologie
|October 1, 1989
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Sideropenic dysphagia, a condition linked to iron deficiency, was studied in Tunisia. Oesophagal opacification is highlighted as a key diagnostic tool for this rare condition, even in unexpected patient demographics.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Hematology
  • Otorhinolaryngology

Background:

  • Sideropenic dysphagia, also known as Plummer-Vinson syndrome, is a rare disorder characterized by iron deficiency anemia.
  • It typically affects middle-aged women and is associated with an increased risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
  • The condition's presentation can vary, making diagnosis challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report on ten cases of sideropenic dysphagia observed over four years.
  • To analyze the clinical, biological, endoscopic, and radiological features of these cases.
  • To emphasize the diagnostic utility of esophageal imaging in sideropenic dysphagia.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of ten sideropenic dysphagia cases.
  • Clinical data collection including symptoms and patient history.

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  • Biological tests for iron deficiency.
  • Endoscopic examination of the esophagus.
  • Radiological assessment, specifically esophageal opacification (barium swallow).

    • Main Results:

    • Ten cases of sideropenic dysphagia were identified and analyzed.
    • Esophageal opacification proved to be a valuable diagnostic method.
    • The study noted a relatively high frequency of the disease in Tunisia.
    • Unusual cases included two black patients, highlighting disease variability.

    Conclusions:

    • Sideropenic dysphagia, though rare, warrants consideration in patients with dysphagia and iron deficiency.
    • Esophageal opacification is a crucial and effective diagnostic technique.
    • The disease's occurrence in diverse populations, including Tunisia and different ethnicities, is noteworthy.