Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is length-dependent peripheral nerve damage that frequently arises as a complication of type 1 or type 2 diabetes, and even prediabetes. This Review highlights the global and regional burden of DPN and explores risk factors, including metabolic factors beyond hyperglycaemia, that could guide treatment and prevention strategies.
- Masha G. Savelieff
- Melissa A. Elafros
- Eva L. Feldman