Korean journal of ophthalmology : KJO
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Korean J Ophthalmol · Sep 2005
Review Case ReportsWernicke-Korsakoff syndrome associated with hyperemesis gravidarum.
The authors hereby describe a case of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome with accompanying ocular findings that is caused by hyperernesis gravidarum. ⋯ If a pregnant women has symptoms of severe vomiting along with other ocular findings such as retinal hemorrhage or restricted extraocular movement, one must suspect the diagnosis of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, and should start appropriate treatment immediately.