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Bariatric surgery can cause severe vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency, leading to neurological issues like Wernicke encephalopathy. Early detection and supplementation are crucial to prevent irreversible complications such as Korsakov syndrome.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Bariatric surgery is a primary treatment for morbid obesity.
  • Post-surgical vitamin and mineral deficiencies are common, potentially causing neurological symptoms.
  • This case highlights severe vitamin B1 deficiency following bariatric surgery.

Observation:

  • A 49-year-old male presented with acute confusion, muscle weakness, and visual impairment.
  • Symptoms appeared after a period of dysphagia and vomiting, four months post-gastric sleeve surgery.
  • Laboratory tests confirmed severe vitamin B1 deficiency, leading to diagnoses of beriberi and Wernicke encephalopathy.

Findings:

  • Intravenous vitamin B1 supplementation normalized levels but did not fully restore muscle strength.
  • The patient subsequently developed Korsakov syndrome, a severe neurological complication.
  • Vitamin B1 deficiency can lead to significant and potentially permanent neurological damage.

Implications:

  • Prompt recognition and proactive vitamin B1 supplementation are vital post-bariatric surgery.
  • Supplementation is the only effective treatment for vitamin B1 deficiency.
  • Preventing severe deficiencies is essential to avoid serious, long-term neurological sequelae in bariatric patients.