Lewis-Sumner syndrome

Orpha code: 48162OMIM code:

Definition

Lewis-Sumner syndrome (LSS) is a rare acquired demyelinating polyneuropathy characterized by asymmetrical distal weakness of the upper or lower extremities and motor dysfunction with adult onset. It is considered to be a variant of chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy.

Disease data
Classification

Clinical subtype

Synonyms
MADSAM
MADSAM
Wieloogniskowa nabyta demielinizująca neuropatia czuciowa i ruchowa
Multifocal acquired demyelinating sensory and motor neuropathy
ORPHA code
48162
OMIM code
-
ICD10 code
G61.8
ICD11 code
-

No additional description.

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