Neurological manifestations of excessive alcohol consumption

Abstract

This article reviews the different acute and chronic neurological manifestations of excessive alcohol consumption that affect the central or peripheral nervous system. Several mechanisms can be implicated depending on the disorder, ranging from nutritional factors, alcohol-related toxicity, metabolic changes and immune-mediated mechanisms. Recognition and early treatment of these manifestations is essential given their association with high morbidity and significantly increased mortality.

Keywords: Alcoholismo; Complicaciones neurológicas; Encefalopatía hepática; Excessive alcohol consumption; Hepatic encephalopathy; Neurological complications.