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Prognostic Value of Sudomotor Small-Fiber Function and Large Nerves for Accelerated Renal Decline in Type 2 Diabetes: A Real-World Cohort Study.

Article C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

This study looked at people with type 2 diabetes. It found that nerve damage was linked to a faster drop in kidney function. This is an observational study, so it shows a link between nerve health and kidney decline, not proof of cause.

Who did this work

Cai Q · Qiao X · Fei S · Luo Y · Guo L · Pan Q

Source

Article · PubMed, CKD severity and reversal · 2026 Oct
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42896873/