Investigation of nerve fibers in the skin by biopsy: technical aspects, indications, and contribution to diagnosis of small-fiber neuropathy
Einstein (São Paulo, Online)
; 20: eMD8044, 2022. tab, graf
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT Skin biopsy with investigation of small-diameter nerve fibers in human epidermis and dermis has been proven to be a useful method for confirming small-fiber neuropathy. In medical practice, small-fiber neuropathy is increasingly recognized as a leading cause of neuropathic pain. It is a prevalent complaint in medical offices, brought by patients often as a "painful burning sensation". The prevalence of neuropathic pain is high in small-fiber neuropathies of different etiologies, especially in the elderly; 7% of population in this age group present peripheral neuropathy. Pain and paresthesia are symptoms which might cause disability and impair quality of life of patients. The early detection of small-fiber neuropathy can contribute to reducing unhealthy lifestyles, associated to higher incidence of the disease.
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01-internacional
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LILACS
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
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Screening_studies
Idioma:
En
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Einstein (Sao Paulo)
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Einstein (Sao Paulo. Online)
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Einstein (São Paulo, Online)
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Einstein (São Paulo. Impresso)
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Einstein (São Paulo. Online)
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Einstein (Säo Paulo)
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Einstein (Säo Paulo. Impresso)
Assunto da revista:
Medicina
Ano de publicação:
2022
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Brasil