Lewis-Sumner syndrome
ORPHA:48162· ICD-10 G61.8
Definition
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.
- Prevalence
- 1-9 / 1 000 000
- Inheritance
- Not applicable
- Age of onset
- All ages