Fundus Findings in Wernicke Encephalopathy

Fundus Findings in Wernicke Encephalopathy

Wernicke encephalopathy (WE) is an acute neuropsychiatric syndrome resulting from thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, classically characterized by the triad of ophthalmoplegia, confusion, and ataxia. While commonly associated with chronic alcoholism, WE may also occur in the setting of poor nutrition...

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Main Authors: Tal Serlin, Elad Moisseiev
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Karger Publishers 2017-07-01
Series:Case Reports in Ophthalmology
Subjects:
Sleeve gastrectomy
Optic disc edema
Retinal hemorrhage
Fundus
Wernicke encephalopathy
Bariatric surgery
Online Access:http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/478924

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