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Peripheral neuropathy.

E B Jude·A J Boulton
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Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is the most common cause of peripheral neuropathy in the western world. There are many other causes of peripheral neuropathy, and a systematic approach (i.e., clinical, electrophysiologic, biochemical, and histologic) may be necessary to ascertain the underlying cause. Of paramount importance, irrespective of the cause, is the prevention of insensitive foot ulceration and foot deformity.

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E B Jude, A J Boulton. 1999. Peripheral neuropathy.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9929773/

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