Cross-Sectional Area of the Tibial Nerve in Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Ultrasonography Studies

Cross-Sectional Area of the Tibial Nerve in Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Ultrasonography Studies

<i>Background:</i> There is a link between diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) progression and the increase in the cross-sectional area (CSA) of the tibial nerve at the ankle. Nevertheless, no prior meta-analysis has been conducted to evaluate its usefulness for the diagnosis of DPN. &l...

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Main Authors: Thanyaporn Senarai, Thongchai Pratipanawatr, Laphatrada Yurasakpong, Nutmethee Kruepunga, Jarukitt Limwachiranon, Phetcharat Phanthong, Krai Meemon, Kaissar Yammine, Athikhun Suwannakhan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:Medicina
Subjects:
peripheral neuropathy
ultrasound
diabetes
tibial nerve
cross-sectional area
meta-analysis
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/58/12/1696

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