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Wernicke Encephalopathy in Elderly Related to Severe Malnutrition [PDF]
Wernicke encephalopathy (WE) is the main neurologic complication of thiamine deficiency. Thiamine is a cofactor for several key enzymes important in energy metabolism.
Ros Forteza, Francisco Javier
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Individuals with alcohol use disorder frequently suffer from vitamin D deficiency, in addition to deficiencies in vitamins B12, folic acid and B1. This is due to inadequate dietary intake and behavioural changes.
Emil Fraenkel +4 more
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A Case of Miller−Fisher Overlap Syndrome With Positive Anti‐GM4 Antibody and Atypical Symptoms
ABSTRACT Background Miller−Fisher syndrome (MFS) is a recognized clinical variant of Guillain−Barré syndrome (GBS), characterized by the classic triad of ophthalmoplegia, ataxia, and areflexia. When accompanied by additional symptoms such as bulbar palsy, limb weakness, or lethargy, it is termed MFS overlap syndrome.
Miao Tang +9 more
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Wernicke's Encephalopathy: 'plus ca change, plus c'est la meme chose' [PDF]
Aims: To develop clinical guidelines to identify individuals who misuse alcohol and are at risk of developing Wernicke's Encephalopathy (WE). Method: Non-systematic literature review of studies which includes a careful clinical record of the development ...
Cook, C.C.H. +5 more
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The impact and management of hyperemesis gravidarum: Current and future perspectives
Abstract Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a severe form of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy affecting around 1%–3% of pregnancies worldwide and is the most common reason for hospital admission in early pregnancy. HG can have lasting consequences for both pregnant individuals and their offspring.
L. M. van der Minnen +4 more
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Abstract Micronutrient uptake is impaired after pancreatico‐duodenectomy (PD) because of malabsorption, reduced absorptive capacity, and poor oral intake. Biochemical depletion is reported in cohort studies, but deficiency states are predominantly reported in case reports, making it difficult to assess occurrence rates.
Mary E. Phillips +3 more
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Anorexia nervosa and Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome: a case report
Introduction Wernicke's encephalopathy is an acute, potentially fatal, neuropsychiatric syndrome resulting from thiamine deficiency. The disorder is still greatly under-diagnosed, and failure to promptly identify and adequately treat the condition can ...
Dantas Clarissa R +4 more
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Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD) encompass a spectrum of immunomediated diseases presenting with diverse syndromes. Conversely, Wernicke’s encephalopathy denotes an acute neurological condition stemming from severe thiamine (Vitamin B1 ...
Hussein Algahtani +4 more
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Wernicke's Encephalopathy: A Forgotten Disease
Wernicke's encephalopathy (WE) is an acute neurological condition characterized by ataxia, confusion, ocular findings, and impairment of consciousness due to thiamine deficiency.
Sevda Onuk +8 more
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ABSTRACT Objective This retrospective study investigated the relationship between Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection and prolonged hospitalization in patients with severe hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). We also aimed to identify other factors associated with extended hospital stays. Methods We analyzed data from 164 patients with severe HG.
Ryuhei Kurashina +8 more
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