ACP Journal Club. Review: Accuracy of monofilament testing for diagnosing peripheral neuropathy of the feet varies.

摘要

Question How accurate is monofilament testing for diagnosing peripheral neuropathy of the feet? Review scopeIncluded studies evaluated the diagnostic accuracy of 5.07/10-g monofilament testing for peripheral neuropathy of the feet. The nylon monofilament, which is calibrated to buckle at a given force (10 g), is placed on the skin of the patient's foot, and force is gradually applied. Failure of the patient to feel the filament before or when it buckles is an "incorrect