Association Between Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels and Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Introduction

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a common microvascular complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) that can significantly affect patients’ quality of life. Vitamin D has been implicated in glucose metabolism, inflammation, and neuronal function. There is a significant association between vitamin D deficiency and DPN. The present study designed to investigate the association between serum Vitamin D levels and diabetic peripheral neuropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.