It is occasionally known as Paterson-Kelly or Paterson-Brown Kelly syndrome in the UK, after Derek Brown-Kelly and Donald Ross Paterson. However, Plummer–Vinson syndrome is still the most commonly used name. ^ a b c d e f g hNovacek G, Gottfried (2006).
Management and treatment. Plummer-Vinson syndrome can be treated effectively with iron supplementation and mechanical dilation. In case of significant obstruction of the esophageal lumen by esophageal web and persistent dysphagia despite iron supplementation, rupture and dilation of the web are necessary.
Plummer-Vinson or Paterson-Kelly syndrome presents as a classical triad of dysphagia, iron-deficiency anemia and esophageal webs.
D50.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM D50.1 became effective on October 1, 2021.
Plummer-Vinson syndrome is a rare condition, characterized by iron-deficiency anemia, seen in conjunction with glossitis and dysphagia. Improved nutrition is presumably the reason for the decline in reported cases, although certain "fad" diets could play a role currently.
Erythematous candidiasis – Candidal glossitis may be caused by broad-spectrum antibiotics ("antibiotic sore mouth") or xerostomia. Culture for Candida albicans is usually positive, but organisms are often sparse on cytologic smears.