An evaluation of the Semmes-Weinstein 6.10 monofilament as compared with 6 nylon in leprosy patients.
Indian J Lepr
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1988 Jul; 60(3): 413-7
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in English
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ABSTRACT
In a previous study Birke and Sims (1986) identified the 5.07 (10 y) Semmes-Weinstein monofilament, as the most useful tool, in measuring protective sensation in the sole of the foot of leprosy patients. This study has demonstrated that the standard 6 Nylon being used in Karigiri, is as good as the monofilament, in assessing protective sensation in leprosy patients. However there is a need for standardising procedures for measuring sensory loss in leprosy patients.
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Main subject:
Polymers
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Sensory Thresholds
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Skin Ulcer
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Azepines
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Pain Measurement
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Humans
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Caprolactam
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Evaluation Studies as Topic
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Foot Diseases
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Leprosy
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
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Evaluation studies
Language:
English
Journal:
Indian J Lepr
Journal subject:
Tropical Medicine
Year:
1988
Type:
Article
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