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Nerve Decompression and Distal Transtibial Amputation
Edgardo R Rodriguez-Collazo1, Stephanie Oexeman2, Lauren L Schnack3
1Department of Surgery, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, Laboure Outpatient Clinic, 2913 North Commonwealth Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657, USA.
Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
|September 30, 2022
Summary
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) causes painful sensations in 20% of patients. Decompression nerve surgery is explored as a treatment option alongside crucial glycemic control for managing DPN symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Diabetology
Background:
- Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) affects approximately 20% of patients with diabetes.
- Painful sensations like prickling, stabbing, and burning indicate small-fiber nerve involvement in DPN.
- While glycemic control is vital for delaying DPN onset and progression, alternative treatments are being investigated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the efficacy of decompression nerve surgery in treating painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
- To review existing reports on surgical interventions for DPN.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies reporting on decompression nerve surgery for DPN.
- Analysis of patient-reported outcomes and pain symptomology.
Main Results:
- Reports indicate that decompression nerve surgery has been utilized in the treatment of DPN.
- The effectiveness and specific indications for surgical intervention require further detailed investigation.
Conclusions:
- Decompression nerve surgery is a reported treatment modality for DPN.
- Further research is needed to establish the role and outcomes of surgical treatment for DPN, complementing glycemic control.
