WERNICKE ENCEPHALOPATHY DURING PREGNANCY - REPORT OF 2 CASES WITH A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE

Two cases of Wernicke's encephalopathy during pregnancy are reported. This complication of pregnancy has become rare as a result of improvem ents in the management of vomiting of pregnancy. Only 16 cases have be en reported over the last 15 years. However, underdiagnosis probably o ccurs. Wernicke's. encephalopathy should be considered in patients wit h ocular motor disorders, ataxia, and confusion, especially when intra venous glucose solutions are the only source of nutrients. Early admin istration of thiamines ensures a favorable outcome for the mother and fetus.