Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome

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What is Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome?

Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is a brain disorder due to thiamine deficiency.

Alternative Names:

Korsakoff psychosis; Alcoholic encephalopathy; Encephalopathy - alcoholic; Wernicke's disease

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