2016
DOI: 10.1155/2016/5043818
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Beriberi Induced Cardiomyopathy Requiring Salvage Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract: Beriberi refers to a constellation of symptoms caused primarily by thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency. An acute and fulminant presentation of this rare condition has been described in the literature as “Shoshin” beriberi which is characterized by catastrophic cardiovascular collapse. Early recognition and treatment lead to dramatic improvements of symptoms. We present a case of thiamine deficiency-induced acute heart failure in a malnourished patient leading to cardiac arrest necessitating VA-ECMO (venoarterial … Show more

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“…Currently, the diagnosis of thiamine deficiency CM is by exclusion. Definitive diagnosis rests on three main factors: (i) the identification of clinical symptoms related to HF and characteristic history of dietary inadequacy in combination with excessive alcohol intake; (ii) the exclusion of other known aetiologies of heart disease; and (iii) a positive therapeutic response to pharmacological thiamine repletion [70,71]. Although the diagnostic process appears to be straightforward, it is frequently difficult to draw a definitive conclusion of thiamine deficiency CM because clinical manifestations are not usually pathognomonic [72,73].…”
Section: Micronutrients Deficiency Associated With Cardiomyopathymentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…Currently, the diagnosis of thiamine deficiency CM is by exclusion. Definitive diagnosis rests on three main factors: (i) the identification of clinical symptoms related to HF and characteristic history of dietary inadequacy in combination with excessive alcohol intake; (ii) the exclusion of other known aetiologies of heart disease; and (iii) a positive therapeutic response to pharmacological thiamine repletion [70,71]. Although the diagnostic process appears to be straightforward, it is frequently difficult to draw a definitive conclusion of thiamine deficiency CM because clinical manifestations are not usually pathognomonic [72,73].…”
Section: Micronutrients Deficiency Associated With Cardiomyopathymentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The non-toxic nature of thiamine even at high blood levels supports the approach of thiamine repletion as a therapeutic trial [71]. Moreover, there is virtually no downside to empiric treatment in thiamine deficiency patients with normal renal function since kidneys can rapidly eliminate excess thiamine [70] Carnitine deficiency: Carnitine (also known as beta-hydroxygamma-trimethylaminobutyric acid) is a naturally occurring hydrophilic amino acid derivative produced endogenously in the kidneys and liver or derived from meat and dairy products in the diet. Normal human omnivores (non-vegetarians) derive about 75% of carnitine from the diet while the rest is produced endogenously [77].…”
Section: Micronutrients Deficiency Associated With Cardiomyopathymentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Parenteral thiamine supplementation is also recommended for high-risk patients such as ataxia, confusion and a history of chronic alcohol abuse [20]. The previous research confirms that intravenous thiamine administration resulted in improved cardiac function [21] and hemodynamic features [22,23], decreased systemic vascular resistance [24] or symptoms of heart failure [21]. Very high doses of thiamine, even 3 g/day, are used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease [25].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 97%
“…Vitamin C and B -complex are water soluble whereas Vitamin A, D, E and K are fat soluble dissolved in oil or in melted fat 11 . Thiamine (Vitamin B 1 ) is the trivial designation of a specific compound, 3-(4-amino-2-methylpyrimidin-5-ylmethyl)-5-(2hydroxyethyl)-4-methylthiazolium, which is sometimes also called vitamin B 1 and widely distributed in foods such as green beans, but most contain only low concentrations of the vitamin.The greatest concentrations of thiamine in grains are typically found in the scutellum (the thin layer between the germ and the endosperm) and the germ 3 .Thiaminehelps to prevent from heart disease 6 ,brain disorder 2 , neurological problems 4 , cures Beriberi 12 , renal disease 9 ,and diabetic peripheral neuropathy 14 .…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%