Wernicke's Syndrome Induced by Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
;
: 538-541, 2001.
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in Korean
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
Wernicke's syndrome, which is characterized by nystagmus, abducent and conjugate gaze palsies, ataxia, mental confusion, and amnesia, is caused by a deficiency in levels of thiamine and is observed mainly in persons who abuse alcohol. Recognized predisposing conditions other than alcoholism include chronic dietary deprivation(imbalanced diet, prolonged intravenous feeding.) and impaired absorption or intake of dietary nutrients.METHODS:
We have experienced a 31-year-old female presented 15 weeks into pregnancy who complained of icteric skin color, diplopia, and gait disturbance after prolonged vomiting for 2 months. Neurologic examination demonstrated obtunded sensations, nystagmus and ataxia of gait. EEG showed a mild degree of slowly diffuse activity. The neurological signs pointed to a diagnosis of Wernicke's encephalopathy.RESULTS:
We report a case of Wernicke's syndrome induced by hyperemesis gravidarum with the review of literature.
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Main subject:
Paralysis
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Ataxia
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Sensation
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Skin
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Thiamine
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Thiamine Deficiency
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Vomiting
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Wernicke Encephalopathy
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Gait Ataxia
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Diagnosis
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
Limits:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Pregnancy
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
Year:
2001
Type:
Article
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