Question

A 70-year-old man with a 20-year history of type 2 diabetes presents with progressive numbness and tingling in both feet. Which investigation is first-line to assess for diabetic peripheral neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Monofilament test and vibration sensation test

Answer

Electromyography (EMG)

Answer

Nerve conduction studies immediately

Answer

Plasma vitamin B12 level

Answer

Ankle-brachial pressure index

Practice question

A 70-year-old man with a 20-year history of type 2 diabetes presents with progressive numbness and tingling in both feet. Which investigation is first-line to assess for diabetic peripheral neuropathy?