Monofilaments is relatively constant and repeatable when used by skilledĮxaminers, and since they are graded (1-5), they provide a Reliable, since the force required to bend the accurately manufactured
Nerve function are advocated on the grounds that the results are The Semmes-Weinstein monofilaments (MF), used for assessing sensory Proved cumbersome to be used at the field level. Pattern (9) were also practiced for assessing autonomic impairment but Similarly, the sweat function test (8) and arteriographic Used methods for sensory testing and concluded that the ball-point test,Ĭotton wool and pin prick tests recommended by WHO (1970) (4) were allĬheap and easy to use, but were not sensitive enough to be of practicalĪssessment of pressure using a barograph (5) temperature using hotĪnd cold test tubes (6) as well as thermotester (7) were being used at Owen and Stratford (1995) (3) have reviewed several commonly Sensitivity, reliability and reproducibility of any standard assessment (1,2) However, the issue of importance lies in the Touch/pressure and muscle strength are the modalities tested in leprosy Problems associated with leprosy neuropathy include loss of sensoryĪnd autonomic nerve functions and muscle strength.
Retrieved from Įarly detection and treatment of nerve function impairment (NFI) is APA style: Sensitivity and specificity of nerve palpation, monofilament testing and voluntary muscle testing in detecting peripheral nerve abnormality, using nerve conduction studies as gold standard a study in 357 patients.Sensitivity and specificity of nerve palpation, monofilament testing and voluntary muscle testing in detecting peripheral nerve abnormality, using nerve conduction studies as gold standard a study in 357 patients." Retrieved from 2009 British Leprosy Relief Association 13 Oct.
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