Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Neuroblastoma, and Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus in a Child: A Unique Patient

Pediatric Neurology
Twinkle GhiaLakshmi Nagarajan

Abstract

We present a new and unique association of opsoclonus-myoclonus-ataxia syndrome with neuroblastoma and type 1 diabetes mellitus. This 17-month-old child presented with opsoclonus-myoclonus-ataxia syndrome. Investigations revealed a thoracic neuroblastoma. Eleven days later, she re-presented with diabetic ketoacidosis. The neuroblastoma was resected, and she was given immunotherapy. At 12 months' follow-up, her neurological signs and symptoms have significantly improved, but she continues to be insulin dependent. This child expands the clinical spectrum of autoimmune disorders associated with opsoclonus-myoclonus-ataxia syndrome.

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