Wernicke's Encephalopathy: The Role of Vision Rehabilitation, and Related Considerations-A Case Report.

Background: Wernicke's encephalopathy acutely affects individuals due to thiamine deficiency. If not treated promptly, the patient will suffer neurological damage that will impair his memory, cognition, and overall psycho-logical state, known as Korsakoff's psychosis or syndrome. Wernicke's, in conj...

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Publicado en:Journal of Behavioral Optometry Vol. 23; no. 5/6; pp. 149 - 152
Autor principal: Romsdahl, Erik
Formato: case study Journal Article
Publicado: Optometric Extension Program 2012
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