Importance Past studies have shown an association between metabolic syndrome and
polyneuropathy, but the precise components that drive this association remain unclear.
Objectives To determine the prevalence of polyneuropathy stratified by glycemic status in
well-characterized obese and lean participants and investigate the association of specific
components of metabolic syndrome with polyneuropathy. Design, Setting, and Participants
We performed a cross-sectional, observational study from November 1, 2010, to December …