Nerve conduction studies study the faster myelinated nerve fibers. Thus, if small fiber or autonomic neuropathies are suspected, electrodiagnostic studies may not be sensitive.
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Akuthota, V., Casey, E. (2009). Diagnostic Tests for Nerve and Vascular Injuries. In: Herring, S., Akuthota, V. (eds) Nerve and Vascular Injuries in Sports Medicine. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-76600-3_2
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