Korsakov's psychosis

ریشه

The term 'Korsakov's' is named after Sergei Korsakoff, a Russian neuropsychiatrist who first described the syndrome in the late 19th century, and 'psychosis' comes from the Greek word 'psychḗ', meaning 'mind' or 'soul'.

مثال

• Korsakov's psychosis is often associated with chronic alcohol abuse.
• Thiamine deficiency can lead to the development of Korsakov's psychosis.
• Patients with Korsakov's psychosis may exhibit confabulation.