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From Confusional Syndrome to Korsakoffs Encephalopathy: Understanding, Detecting, Treating in a Case

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Case report highlights thiamine deficiency leading to cognitive impairments in a chronic alcoholic, indicating urgent intervention.

Timely thiamine administration prevented further neurological damage in a patient with severe cognitive deficits.
The case illustrated the link between acute mental confusion and thiamine deficiency in chronic alcoholics.
Neuropsychological evaluation revealed significant memory impairment and cognitive deficits characteristic of Korsakoff’s syndrome.
A multidisciplinary approach involving neurology, psychiatry, and nutrition is essential for effective recovery.

Mbuyi et al. (2025) studied this question.

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