EATON LAMBERT SYNDROME
\ˈiːtən lˈambət sˈɪndɹə͡ʊm], \ˈiːtən lˈambət sˈɪndɹəʊm], \ˈiː_t_ə_n l_ˈa_m_b_ə_t s_ˈɪ_n_d_ɹ_əʊ_m]\
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a disease seen in patients with lung cancer and characterized by weakness and fatigue of hip and thigh muscles and an aching back; caused by antibodies directed against the neuromuscular junctions
By Princeton University
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An autoimmune disease characterized by weakness and fatigability of proximal muscles, particularly of the pelvic girdle, lower extremities, trunk, and shoulder girdle. There is relative sparing of extraocular and bulbar muscles. CARCINOMA, SMALL CELL of the lung is a frequently associated condition, although other malignancies and autoimmune diseases may be associated. Muscular weakness results from impaired impulse transmission at the NEUROMUSCULAR JUNCTION. Presynaptic calcium channel dysfunction leads to a reduced amount of acetylcholine being released in response to stimulation of the nerve. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, pp 1471)
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
