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Category Description: Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) is a neurological disorder with two phases: Wernicke’s Encephalopathy (acute) and Korsakoff’s Psychosis (chronic). It is caused by a thiamine deficiency, usually associated with long-term alcoholism. Information listed here includes causes, symptoms, diagnostic tools, tests and treatments, prognosis, and potential complications.

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Family Caregiver Alliance: Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome - Offers definition, prevalence, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and information for caregivers.
MedlinePlus: Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome - Illustrated article provides alternate names, causes, symptoms, exams and tests, treatment, and possible complications.
Mind Disorders: Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome - Explains the two phases, causes and symptoms, prevalence, diagnostic tools, forms of treatment, and prevention.
NINDS Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome Information Page - Provides alternate names, description of the phases, treatment options, prognosis, and research.