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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Peripheral sensory neuropathy (PSN) is a neurological deficit affecting sensation detection.
  • PSN is commonly diagnosed using monofilaments and neurothesiometers.
  • Statins are widely used, with ongoing debate regarding their association with PSN.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate sensory perception in individuals with long-term statin use.
  • To compare sensory perception between statin users and non-statin peers.

Main Methods:

  • Thirty participants were divided into statin and non-statin groups.
  • Participants were screened for health and diabetes risk.
  • Sensory assessments were conducted using a 10g monofilament and neurothesiometer by a blinded assessor.

Main Results:

  • No significant difference in monofilament testing between groups.
  • The statin group exhibited reduced sensation at the medial malleolus (p=0.003) and styloid process (p=0.031).
  • Sensory perception at the hallux showed no statistical significance (p=0.183).

Conclusions:

  • Findings suggest a potential link between long-term statin use and diminished peripheral sensory perception.
  • Peripheral sensory neuropathy may be a contributing factor.
  • Further research is recommended to validate these results in broader populations, considering study limitations.