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