Ophthalmoplegia and gaze-evoked nystagmus in Wernicke encephalopathy - CMAJ

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⬤ Ophthalmoplegia and gaze-evoked nystagmus are common features of Wernicke encephalopathy, a condition characterized by damage to the thalamus and other brain regions.
⬤ These symptoms often occur in conjunction with other Wernicke's encephalopathy criteria, such as ataxia and ophthalmoplegia.
⬤ Early recognition and treatment of Wernicke encephalopathy are crucial to prevent long-term sequelae and mortality.