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Peripheral insensate neuropathy-is height a risk factor?
G S Sharath Kote1, Ajay N Bhat, Thajuddeen K
1Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, SS Institute of Medical Science and Research Centre , NH-4, Davangere, Karnataka, India .
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR
|April 2, 2013
Summary
Body height is an independent risk factor for peripheral insensate neuropathy. Taller individuals, especially males over 167 cm and females over 159 cm, face a significantly higher risk of developing this condition.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Peripheral insensate neuropathy is a common and early form of peripheral neuropathy.
- It is a significant cause of disability in the working population.
- Identifying at-risk individuals is crucial for early intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of peripheral insensate neuropathy.
- To identify risk factors associated with its development.
- To determine the role of body height in peripheral insensate neuropathy.
Main Methods:
- A study was conducted from 2009-2012 at Kasturba Medical College.
- 818 individuals over 30 years old were randomly sampled from an outpatient clinic.
- A monofilament test was used to diagnose peripheral insensate neuropathy.
Main Results:
- The prevalence of peripheral insensate neuropathy was 16.2%.
- Males (9.7%) had a higher prevalence than females (7.5%).
- Increased body height correlated with increased neuropathy risk, particularly above 167 cm for males and 159 cm for females, independent of comorbidities.
Conclusions:
- Body height is an independent risk factor for peripheral insensate neuropathy.
- Height serves as a valuable marker for identifying at-risk individuals.
- Healthcare professionals can utilize height measurements for early risk assessment.
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