Abstract
Summary
1. Subarachnoid injection of thiamine causes rapid recovery of thiamine-deficient cats. Recovery is equally rapid when the vitamin is given intravenously or intramuscularly. 2. Moderate signs of meningeal irritation follow introduction of thiamine chloride into the subarachnoid space. 3. Thiamine deficiency may unmask symptoms due to an organic defect in the brain.
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