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korsakoff syndrome		An acquired cognitive disorder characterized by inattentiveness and the inability to form short term memories.This disorder is frequently associated with chronic alcoholism; but it may also result from dietary deficiencies; craniocerebral trauma; neoplasms; cerebrovascular disorders; encephalitis; epilepsy; and other conditions. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1139) [ Articles | Books | Images | Discussion groups ]
Additional comments : (Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome)

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