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Question: What are other names for Leigh syndrome?

Answer: Leigh syndrome gets its name from British physician Archibald Denis Leigh, who first described the condition in 1951. He called the condition subacute necrotizing encephalomyelopathy (SNE). Encephalomyelopathy refers to diseases that affect the brain and spinal cord. Today, most healthcare providers use Leigh syndrome or Leigh’s disease when talking about this condition.

(Source: Cleveland Clinic, 21 Nov 2025)

Source Link: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/6037-leigh-syndrome-leighs-disease