An underestimated complication of obesity management: Bilateral peroneal neuropathy [Obezite tedavisinin az tahmin edilen komplikasyonu: Bilateral peroneal nöropati özet]

A 36 years old male patient developed bilateral foot drop after starting an intensive weight loss programme. diagnosis of bilateral peroneal nerve palsy was confirmed using nerve conduction studies and electromyography. after physical therapy and a diet modification,his symptoms resolved in a few months. weight loss is a known risk factor for the development of neuropathy at the fibular head because of fat loss previously protecting the common peroneal nerve against compression. however bilateral involvement of peroneal nerves is very rare. physicians should keep in mind peroneal neuropathy as a complication of weight loss. in this case,diet modification and physical therapy might be a reasonable method before surgery.