%0 Journal Article %T Approach to Peripheral Neuropathies %A Michael D. Weiss %A MD %A Rachel Thompson %A MD %A FHM %J Journal of Hospital Medicine %D 2009 %R 10.1002/jhm.404 %X Abstract Peripheral neuropathies are a common problem with a myriad of potential etiologies that may be encountered acutely. Early diagnosis of certain neuropathies can lead to life©\saving therapy. This article reviews the literature on diagnostic approaches to peripheral neuropathies and suggests a structured framework of pattern recognition and systematic evaluation to aid the hospitalist in efficient evaluation of urgent cases. Journal of Hospital Medicine 2009;4:371¨C374. £¿ 2009 Society of Hospital Medicine %U https://www.journalofhospitalmedicine.com/jhospmed/article/128365/approach-peripheral-neuropathies