31st July 2023

A 37-year-old woman with a long-term history of anorexia nervosa is admitted to hospital, having been brought to A&E following a collapse

A 37-year-old woman with a long-term history of anorexia nervosa is admitted to hospital, having been brought to A&E following a collapse. She is found to be significantly malnourished, and with consent starting on a tube feeding regimen.

Two days later, she becomes profoundly confused and complains of new-onset blurred vision.

What complication has likely occurred?

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