plummer-vinson syndrome

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What does plummer-vinson syndrome mean?

A rare disease characterized by difficulty in swallowing, iron-deficiency anemia, and esophageal webs.

Where does plummer-vinson syndrome come from?

Named after the American physician Henry Stanley Plummer and the American surgeon Porter Paisley Vinson.

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