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A man in his 60's with past history of chronic alcoholism came to hospital with chief complains of forgetfulness. Following the admission he was given iv infusion of 10% dextrose, which precipitated his Vitamin B1 deficiency. His condition deteriorated and showed features like confabulation; a very specific sign of wernickie encephalopathy. Diagnosis is based mainly on Clinical symptoms and examination. Wernickie korsakoff syndrome is very difficult to diagnose and Hence, prevention is the best way to reduce incidence of wernickie korsakoff syndrome. High risk group like chronic alcoholics, malnourished and bariatric surgery patients should be given thiamine parenterally before starting any other treatment.
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"Wernicke Korsakoff Syndrome in a chronic alcoholic male : Case Report", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.7, Issue 9, page no.633 - 635, September-2022, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2209080.pdf
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