Korsakoff MRI — RACP Adult Medicine MCQ
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Correct answer: B — Wernicke/Korsakoff syndrome
Bilateral medial thalami T2 signal = Wernicke (acute) or Korsakoff (chronic) from thiamine deficiency. Can persist even after alcohol cessation if nutrition inadequate.
Reference: eTG – 2025 – Neurology