Abstract |
Two nonalcoholic patients who were maintained for extended periods on intravenous fluids manifested the morphologic expressions of Wernicke encephalopathy. A thiamine-deficiency state was not suspected and vitamins were never administered. These cases emphasize the consequences of this disorder and the rapidity with which the state of thiamine depletion can develop.
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Authors | A M Nadel, P C Burger |
Journal | JAMA
(JAMA)
Vol. 235
Issue 22
Pg. 2403-5
(May 31 1976)
ISSN: 0098-7484 [Print] United States |
PMID | 817038
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Aged
- Female
- Humans
- Middle Aged
- Parenteral Nutrition
(adverse effects)
- Thiamine
(therapeutic use)
- Thiamine Deficiency
(etiology)
- Wernicke Encephalopathy
(etiology, prevention & control)
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