Wernicke’s encephalopathy rapidly progressed to Korsakoff syndrome after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
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Wernicke’s encephalopathy rapidly progressed to Korsakoff syndrome after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy

1. Nanjing Hospital of Chinese Medicine affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Department of Radiology, Nanjing, China
2. The Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Department of Radiology, Nanjing, China
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Received Date: 24.12.2024
Accepted Date: 19.01.2025
Online Date: 30.01.2025
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ABSTRACT

We report the case of a 26-year-old woman who developed Wernicke’s encephalopathy following a sleeve gastrectomy for obesity. Despite receiving supplemental Thiamine therapy, her condition deteriorated into severe Korsakoff syndrome, characterized by significant memory impairment and confabulation. This case highlights the critical need for vigilant post-operative dietary management and early detection of nutritional deficiencies in bariatric surgery patients. Clinicians should prioritize comprehensive nutritional education and monitoring to prevent life-altering complications associated with Thiamine deficiency.

Keywords:
Wernicke’s encephalopathy, sleeve gastrectomy, Thiamine, Korsakoff syndrome