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This meta-analysis of 41 studies found a 46.7% global prevalence of painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PDPN) in DPN patients. The results indicated that PDPN prevalence varied by diagnostic method and diabetes duration. Risk factors included older age, female gender, BMI ≥30 kg/m², longer diabetes duration, and nephropathy. Targeted screening and standardized diagnostic tools are crucial for effective PDPN management.

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This meta-analysis of 41 studies found a 46.7% global prevalence of painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PDPN) in DPN patients. The results indicated that PDPN prevalence varied by diagnostic method and diabetes duration. Risk factors included older age, female gender, BMI ≥30 kg/m², longer diabetes duration, and nephropathy. Targeted screening and standardized diagnostic tools are crucial for effective PDPN management.
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