Diabetic neuropathy: an evaluation using the ntss-6 questionnaire and biothesiometry in type 2 DM patients

Lawal-Bello, Amina; Owolabi, Funmilayo; Yusuff, Olaoluwatomi; Raiyemo, O A; Kolawole, Babatope; Ikem, Rosemary

doi:10.1530/endoabs.38.p238

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“…73,74 A 6-item questionnaire for DPN. Scoring is based on a combined value of frequency and severity of symptoms: • 1 = mild and occasional (1/3 of the time) • 1.33 = mild and often (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) • 1.66 = mild and almost continuous (2/3 of the time) The increment of thirds repeats with moderate symptoms at 2, 2.33, 2.66 and severe symptoms at 3, 3.33, 3.66.…”

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Earlier diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy in primary care: A call to action

Gad,

Kalra,

Pinzon

et al. 2024

J Peripheral Nervous Sys

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Peripheral neuropathy (PN) often remains undiagnosed (~80%). Earlier diagnosis of PN may reduce morbidity and enable earlier risk factor reduction to limit disease progression. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is the most common PN and the 10 g monofilament is endorsed as an inexpensive and easily performed test for DPN. However, it only detects patients with advanced neuropathy at high risk of foot ulceration. There are many validated questionnaires to diagnose PN, but they can be time‐consuming and have complex scoring systems. Primary care physicians (PCPs) have busy clinics and lack access to a readily available screening method to diagnose PN. They would prefer a short, simple, and accurate tool to screen for PN. Involving the patient in the screening process would not only reduce the time a physician requires to make a diagnosis but would also empower the patient. Following an expert meeting of diabetologists and neurologists from the Middle East, South East Asia and Latin America, a consensus was formulated to help improve the diagnosis of PN in primary care using a simple tool for patients to screen themselves for PN followed by a consultation with the physician to confirm the diagnosis.

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Earlier diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy in primary care: A call to action

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“…The Neuropathy Total Symptom Score - 6-items (NTSS-6) measures the frequency and severity of 6 diabetic peripheral neuropathic symptoms. NTTS-6 correlates well with biothesiometry findings [ 14 ]. It provides a valid assessment of diabetic neuropathy sensory symptoms and is useful for symptom evaluation in clinical trials and in practice [ 15 ].…”

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Demographic and Clinical Factors Associated with Depression in 140 Hospitalized Diabetic Patients with Distal Symmetric Polyneuropathy Evaluated Using Beck Depression Inventory and 6-Item Neuropathy Total Symptom Score Questionnaire

2023

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Background Diabetic distal symmetric polyneuropathy (DSPN) is one of the most common and costliest long-term complications. The pain and function limitations may lead to depression. This study aimed to assess the influence of demographic and clinical factors on the prevalence of depression among diabetic patients with distal symmetric polyneuropathy (DSPN). Material/Methods A total of 140 patients with diabetic DSPN completed the 21-item Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) measuring characteristic attitudes and symptoms of depression. The intensity of neuropathic complaints was assessed using the Neuropathy Total Symptom Score-6 items (NTSS-6). Testing for peripheral neuropathy was performed. All patients completed questionnaires, which included anthropometric measures, social parameters, and medical aspects. Statistical analyses were done using STATISTICA 8 PL software. Results Statistically significant relationships were found between the depression symptoms in diabetic patients and the intensity of subjective neuropathy symptoms evaluated by NTSS-6, body mass index (BMI), and education level. On average, each 1-point increase in NTSS-6 predicted a 16% increase in the risk of depression. Each 1 kg/m 2 increase in the BMI was associated with a 10% increase of depression risk. Conclusions The study showed the positive quantitative relationship between diabetic DSPN and depression symptoms. The BMI, severity of neuropathy symptoms, and lower level of education had a statistically significant association with the level of depression and may be useful in evaluating the risk of depression among DSPN patients.

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Diabetic neuropathy: an evaluation using the ntss-6 questionnaire and biothesiometry in type 2 DM patients

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Earlier diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy in primary care: A call to action

Earlier diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy in primary care: A call to action

Demographic and Clinical Factors Associated with Depression in 140 Hospitalized Diabetic Patients with Distal Symmetric Polyneuropathy Evaluated Using Beck Depression Inventory and 6-Item Neuropathy Total Symptom Score Questionnaire

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