A Critical Case of Wernicke's Encephalopathy Induced by Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Wernicke’s encephalopathy is a reversible but potentially critical disease caused by thiamine deficiency. Most patients complain of symptoms such as ophthalmoplegia, ataxia and confusion. Heavy alcohol drinking is commonly associated with the disease, but other clinical conditions also can provoke i...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Korean Society of Critical Care Medicine
2015-05-01
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| Series: | Korean Journal of Critical Care Medicine |
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| Online Access: | http://www.kjccm.org/upload/pdf/kjccm-2015-30-2-128.pdf |