Tag: Toxicology

Wernicke Encephalopathy

by Anand Swaminathan posted May 14, 2018 No Comments

Definition: Encephalopathy that occurs secondary to thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency. While Wernicke encephalopathy is reversible with treatment, it can progress to the irreversible Korsakoff’s syndrome if left untreated.

Toxicology

Baclofen Withdrawal

by Anand Swaminathan posted October 27, 2016 No Comments

Definition: A dysfunctional condition in which removal of baclofen, an inhibitory neurotransmitter, from the central nervous system (CNS) causes CNS excitation.

Toxicology