Lambert Eaton Syndrome Treatment in India – Best Hospitals & Doctors

Learn about Lambert Eaton Syndrome Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Lambert Eaton Syndrome and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

Partner Hospitals

0 partner in India for this surgery

Specialist Doctors

3 Surgeons linked to this surgery

Treatment Cost

Approx INR 150 Thousand – 500 Thousand

About Lambert Eaton Syndrome

Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome (LEMS) is a rare autoimmune disorder affecting the neuromuscular junction, leading to muscle weakness. While primarily managed by neurologists, pediatric orthopedic involvement becomes crucial when LEMS causes significant musculoskeletal complications. Orthopedic care focuses on managing scoliosis, joint contractures, fractures from falls due to weakness, and gait abnormalities. Treatment is multidisciplinary, involving immunosuppressive therapy, physical rehabilitation, and sometimes surgical interventions like spinal fusion for progressive scoliosis or tendon releases for contractures. The goal is to maximize mobility, prevent deformities, and improve the child's quality of life through a coordinated, long-term care plan.

Key Highlights

Multidisciplinary approach combining neurology and orthopedics for comprehensive care.Focus on improving mobility and preventing long-term musculoskeletal deformities.Personalized treatment plans tailored to the child's specific symptoms and progression.Aims to enhance overall quality of life and functional independence.Involves both medical management and supportive surgical interventions when necessary.

Who is this surgery for?

Development of progressive scoliosis or kyphosis secondary to chronic muscle weakness.
Significant joint contractures (e.g., in ankles, knees, hips) limiting range of motion.
Recurrent fractures or orthopedic injuries due to frequent falls from muscle weakness.
Severe gait abnormalities or foot deformities (e.g., pes cavus) impacting walking.
Failure of conservative measures (physiotherapy, bracing) to manage musculoskeletal complications.

How to prepare

Comprehensive neurological and orthopedic evaluation to assess the severity and root cause of weakness.
Pre-operative optimization of LEMS with medications (e.g., 3,4-diaminopyridine, immunosuppressants) under a neurologist's guidance.
Detailed imaging studies like X-rays or MRI of the spine or affected joints.
Pre-anesthetic check-up to assess fitness for surgery, given the underlying neuromuscular condition.
Discussion with the family about surgical goals, risks, and the extensive post-operative rehabilitation required.

Risks & possible complications

General surgical risks like infection, bleeding, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
Poor wound healing or delayed bone fusion due to the underlying autoimmune condition.
Exacerbation of underlying muscle weakness or respiratory function post-operatively.
Recurrence of deformity or need for additional procedures.
Nerve or blood vessel injury during surgery.
Complications related to prolonged immobilization, such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or muscle atrophy.

Recovery & hospital stay

Initial hospital stay for pain management, monitoring of neurological status, and respiratory function.
Early mobilization with support from physiotherapists to maintain muscle strength and prevent stiffness.
Use of braces, casts, or orthotics as required to protect surgical corrections.
A long-term, intensive physical therapy program is crucial to regain strength, coordination, and function.
Regular follow-ups with both the orthopedic surgeon and neurologist to monitor recovery and adjust medical therapy for LEMS.
Family education on home exercises, activity modifications, and signs of complications.

Typical hospital stay: 3-7 days
Expected recovery time: 3-6 months for initial healing; 12+ months for full rehabilitation

Frequently Asked Questions

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＋ − What factors affect the cost of lambert eaton syndrome?

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Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for lambert eaton syndrome compare across other countries where we have data.

Country	Estimated cost range	Typical stay	Recovery time	View details
India	INR 150 Thousand – 500 Thousand	3-7 days	~ 3-6 months for initial healing; 12+ months for full rehabilitation	Know More
Turkey	TRY 525 Thousand – 1.75 Million	3-7 days	~ 3-6 months for initial healing; 12+ months for full rehabilitation	Know More

PATIENT REVIEW

Aarav Verma is a 10-year-old boy...

Aarav Verma is a 10-year-old boy from a close-knit family in Mumbai, India, now living in Chicago. An avid cricket fan, he dreams of playing professionally. Over the past year, Aarav began experiencing profound muscle weakness, particularly in his legs. He struggled to get up from a chair, climb stairs, and his running speed, once his pride, dwindled to a slow walk. After months of tests and misdiagnoses, he was finally diagnosed with Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome (LEMS), a rare autoimmune disorder. His pediatric neurologist referred him to pediatric orthopedics. The orthopedic specialist recommended a comprehensive, ongoing regimen of physical therapy and adaptive bracing, not a single surgery, to manage the orthopedic complications of his weakness, specifically focusing on preventing contractures and maintaining mobility in his ankles and knees. Aarav's treatment involved regular sessions with a pediatric physical therapist who specialized in neuromuscular diseases, and he was fitted for lightweight, dynamic ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) to support his foot drop and improve his gait. The recovery is a long-term process. With consistent therapy and bracing, Aarav has regained significant stability. He can now walk to school without fear of falling and has even started practicing gentle cricket drills with his father in their backyard. Emotionally, Aarav journeyed from frustration and sadness at losing his athleticism to a determined acceptance. The braces were initially a blow to his self-image, but seeing them as 'cricket gear' that gave him back his freedom changed his perspective. He now focuses on what he *can* do, fueled by a resilient hope.