Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome Associated with Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Korean Journal of Ophthalmology
;
: 239-242, 2005.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
The authors hereby describe a case of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome with accompanying ocular findings that is caused by hyperernesis gravidarum.METHODS:
We experienced a 27-year-old female at 12 weeks of pregnancy, who visited our clinic because of weight loss, gait disturbance, decreased mentality and dizziness after prolonged vomiting for 2 months. Neurological examination demonstrated ataxia of gait and loss of orientation. Ophthalmologic examination showed decreased visual acuity, upbeat nystagmus, diplopia and retinal hemorrhage.RESULTS:
We report a relatively rare case of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome with ophthalmic symptoms induced by hyperemesis gravidarum.CONCLUSIONS:
If a pregnant women has symptoms of severe vomiting along with other ocular findings such as retinal hemorrhage or restricted extraocular movement, one must suspect the diagnosis of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, and should start appropriate treatment immediately.
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Index:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Pregnancy Complications
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Vision Disorders
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Korsakoff Syndrome
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Eye Diseases
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Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Limits:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Pregnancy
Language:
English
Journal:
Korean Journal of Ophthalmology
Year:
2005
Type:
Article
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