Axonal Neuropathy
This syndrome is associated with non-inflammatory degeneration of the axon and
The peripheral nervous system is the network of nerves used for all movements (motor...
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Neuropathy secondary to drugs
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Nerve biopsy
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A nerve biopsy is the removal of a small piece of a nerve for examination.Alternative NamesBiopsy - nerveHow the test is performedThe sural nerve (in... Read more »
Common peroneal nerve dysfunction
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (hereditary)
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Femoral nerve dysfunction
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