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An Unusual Presentation of Catatonia in Non-alcoholic Wernicke Encephalopathy

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: Wernicke encephalopathy (WE) is an acute reaction to thiamine deficiency, which presents with the classic triad of ocular findings, cerebellar dysfunction, and confusion. However, thiamine deficiency can also present with several neuropsychiatric signs and symptoms other than the classical triad. We report a patient who presented with catatonia as a presenting feature of WE. The objective of this report is to recognize the presentation of catatonia in WE. Some cases of WE are missed by physicians; therefore, a high index of suspicion and appropriate investigations depending on presentation and clinical condition can result in prompt diagnosis and early management.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.12537

Authors: Saeed Ahmed, Tayo V Akadiri, Subhan Ata, Shahana Ayub

Institutions: Boston University, Nassau University Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Alcoholism and Thiamine Deficiency

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W3119086548