Multidisciplinary Management of Bulbar Motor Neuron Disease in a Geriatric Patient: A Case Study
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Bulbar motor neuron disease (MND), a variant of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), predominantly targets motor neurons in the brainstem, resulting in complex clinical manifestations such as dysphagia, dysarthria, and limb weakness. This report outlines the diagnostic and therapeutic journey of a 61-year-old male presenting with progressive aphasia, left-sided weakness, and swallowing difficulties. A multidisciplinary approach was employed, incorporating speech therapy, physiotherapy, dietary modifications, and neurophysiological interventions to enhance swallowing safety and communication. Over a 30-day observation period, the patient demonstrated measurable improvements in dysphagia severity, speech clarity, and activities of daily living (ADLs). This case underscores the necessity of tailored, interdisciplinary strategies to optimize quality of life in bulbar MND patients.
Authors: Siddhant Gupta, Pulkit Jain, Ashish Sharma
Institution: Ruxmaniben Deepchand Gardi Medical College
Language: English
Subfield: Neurology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7081525878
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