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September 10, 2025

Wernicke encephalopathy: a mini review of the clinical spectrum, atypical manifestations, and diagnostic challenges.

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Wernicke encephalopathy is a severe neurological disorder that, if undiagnosed, can lead to serious complications.
The classic triad of symptoms, which include ophthalmoplegia, mental state abnormalities, and gait ataxia, is not always present.
MRI is critical for diagnosis, typically revealing specific hyperintense signals, assisting in the identification of missed cases.
Prompt thiamine replacement is essential for effective treatment, illustrating the need for improved guidelines to tackle underdiagnosis.

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Mini review highlights diagnostic challenges and atypical symptoms of wernicke encephalopathy, suggesting better management is necessary.

Li et al. (2025) studied this question.

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