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Uremic neuropathy.

Gérard Said1

  • 1Department of Neurology, Hôpital de la Salpêtrière, Paris, France.

Handbook of Clinical Neurology
|August 13, 2013
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Peripheral neuropathy, particularly polyneuropathy, is a frequent complication of end-stage renal failure. However, advancements in hemodialysis and transplantation have significantly decreased its occurrence and severity.

Keywords:
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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Peripheral neuropathy, specifically polyneuropathy, is a common complication in patients with end-stage renal failure.
  • Large myelinated nerve fibers are primarily affected by the biological alterations in renal failure.
  • Nerve conduction slowing is a prevalent issue in this patient population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the impact of end-stage renal failure on peripheral nerves.
  • To discuss the role of amyloid deposits in carpal tunnel syndrome in renal failure patients.
  • To highlight the effects of improved renal replacement therapies on neuropathy.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on renal failure and neuropathy.
  • Analysis of nerve conduction studies in patients with end-stage renal failure.
  • Examination of pathological findings related to amyloid deposition.

Main Results:

  • End-stage renal failure frequently leads to polyneuropathy, affecting large myelinated fibers and causing nerve conduction slowing.
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome, due to amyloid deposits, is common in these patients.
  • Diabetic patients with end-stage renal failure often exhibit severe distal sensory and motor deficits.

Conclusions:

  • The prevalence and severity of peripheral neuropathy in end-stage renal failure patients have been significantly reduced.
  • Improvements in the quality of periodic hemodialysis and the success of renal transplantation are key factors in this reduction.