Publications by authors named "Lily Castellar-Visbal"
Article Synopsis
- A case series documented three obese women who developed Wernicke's encephalopathy (WE) and dry beriberi after undergoing vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) between May 2021 and May 2023.
- All patients showed symptoms like hyperemesis, weakness, and ocular abnormalities two weeks post-surgery, leading to a thorough neurological evaluation and initiation of thiamine replacement therapy.
- One year later, the patients experienced lasting cognitive and behavioral issues, with two being diagnosed with Korsakoff syndrome and all showing signs of sensorimotor polyneuropathy, highlighting the need for increased awareness and early intervention among healthcare providers.
The SARS-CoV-2 virus has spread rapidly despite implementing strategies to reduce its transmission. The disease caused by this virus has been associated with a diverse range of symptoms, including common neurological manifestations such as dysgeusia, anosmia, and myalgias. Additionally, numerous cases of severe neurological complications associated with this disease have been reported, including encephalitis, stroke, seizures, and Guillain-Barré syndrome, among others.
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