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Practice Parameter: evaluation of distal symmetric polyneuropathy: role of laboratory and genetic testing (an evidence-based review). Report of the American Academy of Neurology, American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Neurology - 13 Jan 2009
England J D, Gronseth G S, Franklin G, Carter G T, Kinsella L J, Cohen J A, Asbury A K, Szigeti K, Lupski J R, Latov N, Lewis R A, Low P A, Fisher M A, Herrmann D N, Howard J F, Lauria G, Miller R G, Polydefkis M, Sumner A J
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BACKGROUND: Distal symmetric polyneuropathy (DSP) is the most common variety of neuropathy. Since the evaluation of this disorder is not standardized, the available literature was reviewed to provide evidence-based guidelines regarding the role of laboratory and genetic tests for the assessment of DSP. METHODS: A literature review using MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Current Contents was performed to identify the best...
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