Definition:
Wernicke encephalopathy is a medical condition that is caused thiamine or vitamin B-1 deficiency.
Diagnosis:
Diagnosis is made through evaluation of medical history of patient and undergoing laboratory and radiographic tests, EEG and CT Scan.
Treatment:
Treatment includes stabilizing airways and ozygenation.
Symptoms and Signs:
Symptoms includes mental confusion, ataxia, memory loss and confabulation.
Causes:
It is said to be caused by long term alcohol consumption, self-imposed starvation and malnutrition.
