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In mice, Schwann cells contain ribosome-filled vesicles that, when transferred to desomatized axons, can control axonal protein synthesis38. Diabetes Metab. Dysfunctional mitochondria produce insufficient energy and lose the ability to normally traffic down axons, further promoting axonal disruption and injury67. Key Points Length-dependent peripheral neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes, and carries a high risk of pain, trophic changes and autonomic dysfunction Optimum glycemic control is. This view is supported by preclinical studies in which administration of VEGF in diabetic rats increased NCV and vasa nervora (small arteries that supply peripheral nerves) density81. Although diabetic neuropathy is not considered primarily a demyelinating neuropathy, Schwann cells are targeted by chronic hyperglycaemia, and more severe cases of diabetic neuropathy in patients include features of demyelination33,34,35. 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