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Diagnostic Methods for Neuropathic Pain: A Review of Diagnostic Accuracy [Internet]. Ottawa (ON): Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health; 2015 Apr 7.

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Diagnostic Methods for Neuropathic Pain: A Review of Diagnostic Accuracy [Internet].

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Fourteen studies were identified regarding the accuracy of diagnostic methods for neuropathic pain in adults. Accuracy of diagnostic methods varied substantially by clinical population and tool. Overall, there is evidence to suggest superiority of the DN4 screening tool. Diagnostic screening tools, particularly the LANSS and painDETECT, were not deemed sufficiently accurate for identifying NP in cancer, fibromyalgia, failed back surgery syndrome, and upper limb and back pain. There is no consensus on a universally appropriate screening tool for NP. Risk of bias, particularly regarding the administration of the index and reference tests, should be taken into account in interpretation of the results.

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