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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Clinical Neurophysiology

Background:

  • Small fiber neuropathy (SFN) diagnosis involves symptoms of small nerve fiber dysfunction.
  • Established guidelines exist for intra-epidermal nerve fiber density (IENFD) assessment.
  • International guidelines for temperature threshold testing (TTT) in SFN are currently lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review reported TTT methods for SFN diagnosis.
  • To provide recommendations for the future standardization of TTT in clinical studies.
  • To address the absence of international guidelines for TTT.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature review was conducted.
  • 164 relevant papers were selected based on pre-defined criteria.
  • Reported TTT instruments and methodological approaches were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Over 15 different instruments are currently used for TTT.
  • Significant variability exists in methodological approaches, including stimulus application and sensation qualities.
  • The review identified a lack of standardization in TTT procedures.

Conclusions:

  • Standardization of TTT is crucial for its reliable use in SFN diagnosis and patient follow-up.
  • Consensus on TTT methodology is needed to establish international guidelines.
  • Further research and collaboration are required to develop standardized TTT protocols.