Presence of Peripheral Neuropathy Does Not Affect Urine 6-Sulfatoxymelatonin Levels in Type 2 Diabetics.
BACKGROUND: Oxidative stress plays a crucial role in the pathogenesis of diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Melatonin is one of the most powerful antioxidant substances and its role in the pathogenesis of diabetes has been the focus of much research. However, no data exist on melatonin levels in diabetic peripheral neuropathy. W.....