Compounded Complexity: The Impact of Social Determinants of Health on a Child With Cerebral Palsy and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a common motor disorder in children; however, when combined with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS), it presents as a rare and highly complex condition requiring coordinated, multidisciplinary care. This case report highlights the challenges faced by a recently immigrated, uninsured child with limited financial resources, demonstrating how these barriers contributed to the progressive deterioration of her condition. It shows the significant impact of social determinants of health (SDoH) on the well-being and survival of children with complex medical needs. Addressing these challenges requires increased awareness of available resources and stronger collaboration among healthcare providers to improve access to comprehensive, continuous care for vulnerable populations.