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Follow\u2010up included antimicrobial therapy and surgery, where appropriate.<\/jats:p><jats:p><jats:bold>Results\u2003<\/jats:bold> All 34 patients with rodent bites had Type 2 diabetes and peripheral neuropathy. Median age was 55.5 years; 62% were male. All bites occurred during sleep. The median time between acquiring the bite and presentation to MNH was 7 (range: 1\u201317) days. Patients who delayed seeking medical attention were significantly more likely to develop gangrene. Seventeen patients underwent minor or major amputation. Complete healing occurred in 30 (88%) patients; four patients died.<\/jats:p><jats:p><jats:bold>Conclusion\u2003<\/jats:bold> Diabetes patients with peripheral neuropathy are at increased risk of bite injuries in areas with large rodent populations. 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