Prevalence and determinants of diabetic polyneuropathy and diabetic foot complications in a specialized clinic
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Background Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is one of the common chronic complications of diabetes and a cause of limb amputations. Foot complications are considered to be a serious consequence of diabetes mellitus. At the time of diagnosis, more than 10% of people with type 2 diabetes mellitus have one or two risk factors for foot ulceration and a lifetime risk of 15%. Identifying the extent of this problem and its risk factors will enable health providers to set up better prevention programs.
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