Evaluation of a New Indicator Test for Sudomotor Function (Neuropad®) in the Diagnosis of Peripheral Neuropathy in Type 2 Diabetic Patients

Abstract

Use of the new indicator test has a very high sensitivity in detection of diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Sudomotor dysfunction can be demonstrated in a considerable part of patients with normal clinical examination. Time until complete colour change of the indicator test is associated with severity of peripheral neuropathy.