What leads to Korsakoff's syndrome?

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Thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency resulting from alcoholism is the primary cause of Korsakoff's syndrome, a neurological disorder that affects memory and cognitive function. Alcohol interferes with the body's ability to absorb and store thiamine, leading to brain damage and the development of Korsakoff's syndrome. Glucose deficiency (B) can cause confusion and disorientation, but it is not a known cause of Korsakoff's syndrome. Viruses crossing the blood-brain barrier (C) can cause other neurological disorders, but not Korsakoff's syndrome. Glial cell over-reproduction (D) is not a known cause of any neurological disorder.

What Leads to Korsakoff's Syndrome