
Eaton-Lambert Syndrome
Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome
📋Overview
Eaton-Lambert Syndrome, also known as Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome (LEMS), is an autoimmune disorder characterized by impaired communication between nerves and muscles, leading to muscle weakness. It is often associated with an underlying malignancy, most commonly small cell lung cancer, but can also occur as a primary autoimmune condition without cancer.
Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0022972ICD-10-CM
G70.80
MeSH
D015624
SNOMED CT (US)
56989000
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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