Peripheral neuropathy in elderly patients
GM, 36, February, 2006
Peripheral neuropathy is common in the elderly, but finding its cause can be challenging in
this age group. Age related changes in peripheral nerve function though are not a barrier
to an efficient and rational clinical identifi cation as a structured methodology based on the
clinical pattern can increase the diagnostic yield. In the first of a series, Drs Jia Haur Tho and
Jeff Gawler discuss how peripheral neuropathy is assessed and managed.
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