Title of article
A rare complication of hyperemesis gravidarum: Wernicke’s encephalopathy
Author/Authors
Aydin, Cetin Ataturk Training and Research Hospital - Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Turkey , Celebisoy, Mehmet Ataturk Training and Research Hospital - Department of Neurology, Turkey , Uysal, Dilek Ataturk Training and Research Hospital - Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Turkey , Tokucoglu, Figen Ataturk Training and Research Hospital - Department of Neurology, Turkey , Gulbas, Gonca Gul Ataturk Training and Research Hospital - Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Turkey
From page
1056
To page
1059
Abstract
Wernicke s encephalopathy is a potentially fatal complication of hyperemesis gravidarum. It develops due to deficiency of vitamin B1 and presents with neurological signs dominantly. It is most frequently seen in alcoholics. In pregnancy, Wernicke s encephalopathy is a rare clinical condition difficult to diagnose and may prove to be fatal. Clinical and magnetic resonance imaging findings are useful in diagnosis. We report two cases of Wernicke s encephalopathy which were caused by prolonged hyperemesis gravidarum.
Keywords
Wernicke s encephalopathy , Vomiting , Hyperemesis , Thiamine.
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Record number
2653020
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