Hepatology Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is the classic triad of symptoms in Wernicke’s encephalopathy?
A
-Confusion
-Ataxia
-Ophthalmoplegia
2
Q
What are the eye disorders in Wernicke’s encephalopathy?
A
-Lacteral rectus muscle dysfunction
-Nystagmus
3
Q
21 year old student visited his GP with mild jaundice and elevated bilirubin after 48 hours of fasting. Haptoglobin and all other blood tests are normal. What is the diagnosis?
A
Gilbert Syndrome
Inherited condition characterised by impaired glucoronyltransferase activity leading to transient hyperbilirubinaemia. Male:Female=3:1
