Nerve conduction in children suffering Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus

To determine the incidence of peripheral neuropathy in children suffering Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus (IDDM) as well as to determine the relationship between other criteria of the disease and neuropathy. 40 children (17 males, mean age 11.9 years) suffering IDDM and receiving insulin therapy involving two injections a day and 30 healthy children (17 males, mean age 11.7 years) were included in the study. They were inquired about their demographical characteristics as well as the presence of neurological symptoms. Their detailed neurological examinations were conducted. Their glycemic control values (Hb A1C) were recorded, and their nerve conduction studies were performed from right upper and lower extremities. All nerve conduction values of children with IDDM were found to be significantly lower (p