A Case of Wernicke's Encephalopathy associated with Hyperemesis Gravidarum.
- Author:
Yong Seok CHOI
1
;
Jong Oh KIM
;
Seong Lim LEE
;
Seung Kyu SONG
;
Bong Choon JO
Author Information
1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dae Rim Saint Mary's Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Hyperemesis gravidarum;
Wernicke's encephalopathy
- MeSH:
Dehydration;
Female;
Fluid Therapy;
Gait;
Hyperemesis Gravidarum*;
Nausea;
Pregnancy;
Thiamine Deficiency;
Vomiting;
Weight Loss;
Wernicke Encephalopathy*
- From:Korean Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
2001;44(10):1909-1912
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Hyperemesis gravidarum is characterized by severe nausea, vomiting followed by weight loss, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and acid-base derangements. Its treatment was composed of adequate fluid therapy, electrolyte replacement and nutrient supply. In severe case, it also leads to a variety of neurological symptoms including confusion, gait disturbance and nystagmus, possibly due to thiamine deficiency and may result in so called Wernicke's disease. We have experienced a case of Wernicke's encephalopathy associated with severe hyperemesis gravidarum and this case is presented with a brief review of literature.
