Which of the following statements regarding Plummer Vinson syndrome is not true:: (A) It is otherwise known as Patterson- Brownkelly disease, (B) Iron deficiency anemia is probably the basic cause, (C) It occurs excluvely in men, (D) Achlorhydria is usually present
Answer is C. Ans: c (It occurs excluvely in men)Ref: Bailey & Love, 24th ed, p. 1024 & 23rd ed, p. 890