Semmes-Weinstein monofilament test
GPTKB entity
Statements (23)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
diagnosis
|
| gptkbp:alternativeTo |
pinprick test
tuning fork test |
| gptkbp:appliesTo |
gptkb:skin
|
| gptkbp:category |
neurological examination
|
| gptkbp:developedBy |
gptkb:Weinstein
gptkb:Semmes |
| gptkbp:firstDescribed |
1960s
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Semmes-Weinstein monofilament test
|
| gptkbp:instrument |
nylon monofilament
|
| gptkbp:measures |
touch threshold
|
| gptkbp:performedBy |
gptkb:physician
|
| gptkbp:relatedTo |
gptkb:diabetes_mellitus
leprosy nerve injury |
| gptkbp:standardMonofilament |
5.07/10g monofilament
|
| gptkbp:usedFor |
assessing cutaneous sensation
detecting peripheral neuropathy screening for diabetic neuropathy |
| gptkbp:website |
hand
foot |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:J.W._Semmes
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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