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Borrego-Ruiz A, Borrego JJ. Involvement of virus infections and antiviral agents in schizophrenia. Psychol Med 2025; 55:e73. [PMID: 40059820 PMCID: PMC12055031 DOI: 10.1017/s0033291725000467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2024] [Revised: 02/06/2025] [Accepted: 02/12/2025] [Indexed: 05/08/2025]
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BACKGROUND Schizophrenia is a chronic and complex mental disorder resulting from interactions between cumulative and synergistic genetic and environmental factors. Viral infection during the prenatal stage constitutes one of the most relevant risk factors for the development of schizophrenia later in adulthood. METHODS A narrative review was conducted to explore the link between viral infections and schizophrenia, as well as the neuropsychiatric effects of antiviral drugs, particularly in the context of this specific mental condition. Literature searches were performed using the PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. RESULTS Several viral infections, such as herpesviruses, influenza virus, Borna disease virus, and coronaviruses, can directly or indirectly disrupt normal fetal brain development by modifying gene expression in the maternal immune system, thereby contributing to the pathophysiological symptoms of schizophrenia. In addition, neuropsychiatric effects caused by antiviral drugs are frequent and represent significant adverse outcomes for viral treatment. CONCLUSIONS Epidemiological evidence suggests a potential relationship between viruses and schizophrenia. Increases in inflammatory cytokine levels and changes in the expression of key genes observed in several viral infections may constitute potential links between these viral infections and schizophrenia. Furthermore, antivirals may affect the central nervous system, although for most drugs, their mechanisms of action are still unclear, and a strong relationship between antivirals and schizophrenia has not yet been established.
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- Alejandro Borrego-Ruiz
- Departamento de Psicología Social y de las Organizaciones, Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (UNED), Madrid, Spain
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- Departamento de Microbiología, Universidad de Málaga, Málaga, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga y Plataforma en Nanomedicina-IBIMA, Plataforma BIONAND, Málaga, Spain
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Zhang P, Xin M, Bai Y, Ren X, Li N. Severe central nervous system injury in 9 children with COVID-19. BMC Pediatr 2025; 25:63. [PMID: 39871225 PMCID: PMC11771022 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-025-05436-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2025] [Indexed: 01/29/2025] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate the clinical features and prognosis of severe central nervous system (CNS) injury in children caused by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). METHOD We retrospectively studied confirmed pediatric cases of COVID-19 complicated with CNS injury. RESULTS Nine patients diagnosed with COVID-19 complicated with severe CNS injury were admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit of the Affiliated Hospital of Jining University from December 1, 2022 to January 12, 2023. Of the nine patients, seven were male (77.78%). Five children were aged ≥ 10 years, and the others were 1-2 years old. All children had fever, eight had convulsions, seven had progressed to multiple organ failure, and all suffered varying degrees of coma. Most of the children had elevated interleukin-6 (100%), lactic acid (100%), alanine transaminase (87.5%), aspartate transaminase (87.5%), creatine kinase MB (87.5%), and lactate dehydrogenase (85.7%) levels. Four children had cerebrospinal fluid proteinnacell separation. The cranial imaging results of five children were abnormal. One child had lost his vital signs when admitted to hospital, and the remaining eight received hormonal shock, human immunoglobulin transfusion, antinainfection, cranial pressure reduction, and tracheal intubation, among others, during hospitalization. Ultimately, eight children died, and the remaining child has serious neurological sequelae and is undergoing rehabilitation. CONCLUSIONS Severe CNS injury caused by COVID-19 has an acute onset, rapid progression, high disability rate, and high fatality rate. A low cerebrospinal fluid protein level may be a protective factor for children with severe nervous system injury caused by COVID-19.
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- Peipei Zhang
- Department of Pediatrics, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, 272007, Shandong, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, 272007, Shandong, China
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- Surrey College, Dongbei University of Finance and Economics, Dalian, 116025, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, 272007, Shandong, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, 272007, Shandong, China.
- Postdoctoral Mobile Station of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, 250355, Shandong, China.
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El-Assaad AM, Hamieh T. SARS-CoV-2: Prediction of critical ionic amino acid mutations. Comput Biol Med 2024; 178:108688. [PMID: 38870723 DOI: 10.1016/j.compbiomed.2024.108688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 05/26/2024] [Accepted: 06/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
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Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), that caused coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), has been studied thoroughly, and several variants are revealed across the world with their corresponding mutations. Studies and vaccines development focus on the genetic mutations of the S protein due to its vital role in allowing the virus attach and fuse with the membrane of a host cell. In this perspective, we study the effects of all ionic amino acid mutations of the SARS-CoV-2 viral spike protein S1 when bound to Antibody CC12.1 within the SARS-CoV-2:CC12.1 complex model. Binding free energy calculations between SARS-CoV-2 and antibody CC12.1 are based on the Analysis of Electrostatic Similarities of Proteins (AESOP) framework, where the electrostatic potentials are calculated using Adaptive Poisson-Boltzmann Solver (APBS). The atomic radii and charges that feed into the APBS calculations are calculated using the PDB2PQR software. Our results are the first to propose in silico potential life-threatening mutations of SARS-CoV-2 beyond the present mutations found in the five common variants worldwide. We find each of the following mutations: K378A, R408A, K424A, R454A, R457A, K458A, and K462A, to play significant roles in the binding to Antibody CC12.1, since they are turned into strong inhibitors on both chains of the S1 protein, whereas the mutations D405A, D420A, and D427A, show to play important roles in this binding, as they are turned into mild inhibitors on both chains of the S1 protein.
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- Atlal M El-Assaad
- Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, University of Toledo (UT), Toledo OH 43606, USA; Department of Computer Science, Lebanese International University (LIU), Bekaa, Lebanon.
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- Faculty of Science and Engineering, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, the Netherlands; Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis, Environment and Analytical Methods (MCEMA), Faculty of Sciences, Lebanese University, Hadath, Lebanon.
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Kiyak C, Ijezie OA, Ackah JA, Armstrong M, Cowen J, Cetinkaya D, Burianová H, Akudjedu TN. Topographical Distribution of Neuroanatomical Abnormalities Following COVID-19 Invasion : A Systematic Literature Review. Clin Neuroradiol 2024; 34:13-31. [PMID: 37697012 PMCID: PMC10881816 DOI: 10.1007/s00062-023-01344-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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PURPOSE This systematic review is aimed at synthesising the literature base to date on the frequency and topographical distribution of neuroanatomical changes seen on imaging following COVID-19 invasion with a focus on both the acute and chronic phases of the disease. METHODS In this study, 8 databases were systematically searched to identify relevant articles published from December 2019 to March 2022 and supplemented with a manual reference search. Data were extracted from the included studies and narrative synthesis was employed to integrate the findings. RESULTS A total of 110 studies met the inclusion criteria and comprised 119,307 participants (including 31,073 acute and 143 long COVID-19 patients manifesting neurological alterations) and controls. Considerable variability in both the localisation and nature of neuroanatomical abnormalities are noted along the continuum with a wide range of neuropathologies relating to the cerebrovascular/neurovascular system, (sub)cortical structures (including deep grey and white matter structures), brainstem, and predominant regional and/or global alterations in the cerebellum with varying degrees of spinal involvement. CONCLUSION Structural regional alterations on neuroimaging are frequently demonstrated in both the acute and chronic phases of SARS-CoV‑2 infection, particularly prevalent across subcortical, prefrontal/frontal and cortico-limbic brain areas as well as the cerebrovascular/neurovascular system. These findings contribute to our understanding of the acute and chronic effects of the virus on the nervous system and has the potential to provide information on acute and long-term treatment and neurorehabilitation decisions.
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- Ceyda Kiyak
- Faculty of Science and Technology, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
- School of Psychology, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK
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- Institute of Medical Imaging and Visualisation, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, 8 8GP, Bournemouth, UK
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- Department of Rehabilitation & Sports Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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- Department of Radiology, Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Portsmouth, UK
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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- Institute of Medical Imaging and Visualisation, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, 8 8GP, Bournemouth, UK.
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Li J, Wang J, Wang H. Emerging Landscape of Preclinical Models for Studying COVID-19 Neurologic Diseases. ACS Pharmacol Transl Sci 2023; 6:1323-1339. [PMID: 37854617 PMCID: PMC10580392 DOI: 10.1021/acsptsci.3c00127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 10/20/2023]
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) is an infectious disease caused by SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) and has globally infected 768 million people and caused over 6 million deaths. COVID-19 primarily affects the respiratory system but increasing reports of neurologic symptoms associated with COVID-19 have been reported in the literature. The exact mechanism behind COVID-19 neurologic pathophysiology remains poorly understood due to difficulty quantifying clinical neurologic symptoms in humans and correlating them to findings in human post-mortem samples and animal models. Thus, robust preclinical experimental models for COVID-19 neurologic manifestations are urgently needed. Here, we review recent advances in in vitro, in vivo, and other models and technologies for studying COVID-19 including primary cell cultures, pluripotent stem cell-derived neurons and organoids, rodents, nonhuman primates, 3D bioprinting, artificial intelligence, and multiomics. We specifically focus our discussion on the contribution, recent advancements, and limitations these preclinical models have on furthering our understanding of COVID-19's neuropathic physiology. We also discuss these models' roles in the screening and development of therapeutics, vaccines, antiviral drugs, and herbal medicine, and on future opportunities for COVID-19 neurologic research and clinical management.
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- Jason Li
- Department
of Neurology, Indiana University School
of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, United States
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- Department
of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University
of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
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- Institute
of Cell Engineering, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore 21215, United States
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Ramalho S, Martins-Mendes D, Macedo JM, Barros C, Luis C, Sá S, Gestoso Á, Pereira AC, Baylina P, Fernandes R. Unveiling the Path to Resilience: Prioritizing Mental Health, Sleep, and Nutrition in the Post-COVID Era. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:2463. [PMID: 37685496 PMCID: PMC10487180 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11172463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
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The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted daily life, impacting relationships, work, and education. This has led to increased stress, anxiety, and depression, along with altered sleep patterns and eating behaviors. Quarantine and isolation have worsened mental health, especially in children and the elderly, due to the loss of activities and physical contact. Sleep disorders and negative dreams perpetuate poor sleep quality, increasing the risk of health issues. Sedentary lifestyles and emotional effects contribute to unhealthy eating patterns and obesity, exacerbated by disrupted routines and limited outdoor activities. Addressing these challenges requires prioritizing mental health, promoting healthy sleep habits, and addressing obesity factors. The pandemic has profoundly affected human well-being, but resilience, mental health, sleep, and nutrition can enhance overall well-being and adaptability in the post-COVID era. This comprehensive opinion aims to raise awareness of the wide-ranging impacts of this pandemic on various aspects of human well-being and to emphasize the importance of implementing strategies that prioritize mental health, improve sleep habits, address eating behaviors, and foster resilience to navigate and thrive in the face of future challenges.
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- Susana Ramalho
- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal
- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
- Faculdade de Biologia, Universidade de Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain
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- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal
- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal
- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
- Faculdade de Biologia, Universidade de Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain
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- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- Faculdade de Ciências Humanas e Sociais, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal
- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal
- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade do Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal
- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
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- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal
- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
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- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
- Escola S. Saúde, Instituto Politécnico do Porto, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal
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- FP-I3ID, Instituto de Investigação, Inovação e Desenvolvimento, FP-BHS, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4249-004 Porto, Portugal; (S.R.); (D.M.-M.); (J.M.M.); (C.B.); (C.L.); (S.S.); (Á.G.); (A.C.P.)
- CECLIN, Centro de Estudos Clínicos, Hospital Fernando Pessoa, 4420-096 Gondomar, Portugal
- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Fernando Pessoa, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal
- I3S, Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal;
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Viray DDM, Aswat RP, De Leon MLF, Liquete DC, Delos Reyes PKI. Severe Headache, Seizures and Supraventricular Tachycardia in a 33-year-old Filipino Male with Confirmed COVID-19: A Case Report. ACTA MEDICA PHILIPPINA 2023; 57:76-80. [PMID: 39484190 PMCID: PMC11522584 DOI: 10.47895/amp.vi0.5578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2024]
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COVID-19 primarily presents as a pulmonary problem, ranging from mild respiratory illness to fatal acute respiratory distress syndrome. Most common manifestations are fever (89%) and cough (72%), while headache and arrhythmia are found in 28% and 17%, respectively. We aim to present a confirmed COVID-19 case presenting with both neurologic and cardiac manifestations. A 33-year-old Filipino male nurse initially consulted at the emergency room due to progressive diffuse headache, with associated localized seizures progressing to generalized tonic clonic seizure and arrhythmia. He had no coryza, cough, sore throat, and diarrhea. He was previously well and had no known co-morbidities or direct exposure to confirmed COVID-19 patients. Physical examination showed elevated blood pressure, tachycardia, and sensory and motor deficits in the left upper and lower extremities. Pertinent diagnostic test results included the detection of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA via RT-PCR. Imaging studies demonstrated cortical venous thrombosis with hemorrhagic venous infarction in the right parietal lobe. Ground glass appearance on the middle lobe of the left lung was also evident. ECG showed supraventricular tachycardia. Prothrombin time, activated partial thromboplastin time, and D-dimer were all within the normal limits. Carotid massage was done. He was treated with anti-epileptics, anticoagulants, antiarrhythmics, antivirals, antibiotics, and supportive management. During the hospital stay, his symptoms resolved; he was discharged after 21 days. Follow-up done after 3 weeks revealed no recurrence of severe headache, seizure, or tachycardia. It is theorized that an interplay exists between ACE-2 tropism, systemic inflammation, cytokine storm, and hypoxemia in the background of COVID-19 infection. These mechanisms may lead to thrombosis and arrhythmia resulting to neurologic derangements and myocardial injury. Underlying mechanisms make the cerebro-cardiovascular systems vulnerable to the coronavirus disease 2019 infection. COVID-19 should therefore be part of the differential diagnoses in patients presenting with headache, seizures, and arrhythmias.
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- Baguio General Hospital and Medical Center, Baguio City, Philippines
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- Baguio General Hospital and Medical Center, Baguio City, Philippines
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Eberle RJ, Coronado MA, Gering I, Sommerhage S, Korostov K, Stefanski A, Stühler K, Kraemer-Schulien V, Blömeke L, Bannach O, Willbold D. Tau protein aggregation associated with SARS-CoV-2 main protease. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0288138. [PMID: 37603556 PMCID: PMC10441795 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0288138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2023] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 08/23/2023] Open
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The primary function of virus proteases is the proteolytic processing of the viral polyprotein. These enzymes can also cleave host cell proteins, which is important for viral pathogenicity, modulation of cellular processes, viral replication, the defeat of antiviral responses and modulation of the immune response. It is known that COVID-19 can influence multiple tissues or organs and that infection can damage the functionality of the brain in multiple ways. After COVID-19 infections, amyloid-β, neurogranin, tau and phosphorylated tau were detected extracellularly, implicating possible neurodegenerative processes. The present study describes the possible induction of tau aggregation by the SARS-CoV-2 3CL protease (3CLpro) possibly relevant in neuropathology. Further investigations demonstrated that tau was proteolytically cleaved by the viral protease 3CL and, consequently, generated aggregates. However, more evidence is needed to confirm that COVID-19 is able to trigger neurodegenerative diseases.
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- Raphael Josef Eberle
- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
- Institute of Physical Biology, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
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- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
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- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
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- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
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- Molecular Proteomics Laboratory (MPL), BMFZ, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Molecular Proteomics Laboratory (MPL), BMFZ, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
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- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
- Institute of Physical Biology, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
- Institute of Physical Biology, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
- attyloid GmbH, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI-7: Structural Biochemistry), Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
- Institute of Physical Biology, Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
- JuStruct: Jülich Centre for Structural Biology, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Jülich, Germany
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Small C, Mehkri Y, Panther E, Felisma P, Lucke-Wold B. Coronavirus Disease-2019 and Stroke: Pathophysiology and Management. Can J Neurol Sci 2023; 50:495-502. [PMID: 35762309 DOI: 10.1017/cjn.2022.267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, the virus that causes coronavirus disease-2019, has been associated with an increased risk for ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. As data emerge about the underlying mechanisms, it is important to synthesize current knowledge to improve effective treatment options. In this review, we highlight the known pathophysiology, discuss the relationship between ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, and address emerging implications for patient management. The information here is compiled to be a user-friendly, quick guide to help practitioners select management options for these patients.
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- Coulter Small
- College of Medicine, Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida, 1505 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA
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- College of Medicine, Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida, 1505 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA
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- College of Medicine, Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida, 1505 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA
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- College of Medicine, Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida, 1505 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA
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- College of Medicine, Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida, 1505 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA
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Su W, Ju J, Gu M, Wang X, Liu S, Yu J, Mu D. SARS-CoV-2 envelope protein triggers depression-like behaviors and dysosmia via TLR2-mediated neuroinflammation in mice. J Neuroinflammation 2023; 20:110. [PMID: 37158916 PMCID: PMC10166055 DOI: 10.1186/s12974-023-02786-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Depression and dysosmia have been regarded as primary neurological symptoms in COVID-19 patients, the mechanism of which remains unclear. Current studies have demonstrated that the SARS-CoV-2 envelope (E) protein is a pro-inflammatory factor sensed by Toll-like receptor 2 (TLR2), suggesting the pathological feature of E protein is independent of viral infection. In this study, we aim to ascertain the role of E protein in depression, dysosmia and associated neuroinflammation in the central nervous system (CNS). METHODS Depression-like behaviors and olfactory function were observed in both female and male mice receiving intracisternal injection of E protein. Immunohistochemistry was applied in conjunction with RT-PCR to evaluate glial activation, blood-brain barrier status and mediators synthesis in the cortex, hippocampus and olfactory bulb. TLR2 was pharmacologically blocked to determine its role in E protein-related depression-like behaviors and dysosmia in mice. RESULTS Intracisternal injection of E protein evoked depression-like behaviors and dysosmia in both female and male mice. Immunohistochemistry suggested that the E protein upregulated IBA1 and GFAP in the cortex, hippocampus and olfactory bulb, while ZO-1 was downregulated. Moreover, IL-1β, TNF-α, IL-6, CCL2, MMP2 and CSF1 were upregulated in both cortex and hippocampus, whereas IL-1β, IL-6 and CCL2 were upregulated in the olfactory bulb. Furtherly, inhibiting microglia, rather than astrocytes, alleviated depression-like behaviors and dysosmia induced by E protein. Finally, RT-PCR and immunohistochemistry suggested that TLR2 was upregulated in the cortex, hippocampus and olfactory bulb, the blocking of which mitigated depression-like behaviors and dysosmia induced by E protein. CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrates that envelope protein could directly induce depression-like behaviors, dysosmia, and obvious neuroinflammation in CNS. TLR2 mediated depression-like behaviors and dysosmia induced by envelope protein, which could serve as a promising therapeutic target for neurological manifestation in COVID-19 patients.
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- Wenliang Su
- Department of Anesthesiology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Liangzhu Laboratory, MOE Frontier Science Center for Brain Science and Brain-Machine Integration, State Key Laboratory of Brain-Machine Intelligence, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311121 China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Sanhao Street 36, Shenyang, 110004 Liaoning China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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Shaik L, Boike S, Ramar K, Subramanian S, Surani S. COVID-19 and Sleep Disturbances: A Literature Review of Clinical Evidence. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:818. [PMID: 37241050 PMCID: PMC10221134 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59050818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2023] [Revised: 04/05/2023] [Accepted: 04/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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The need for adequate good quality sleep to optimally function is well known. Over years, various physical, psychological, biological, and social factors have been investigated to understand their impact on sleep. However, understanding the etiological processes that are involved in causing sleep disturbances (SD) as impacted by stressful phases such as pandemics has not been well studied. Many such etiological and management strategies have surfaced during the latest "coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The occurrence of these SD in the infected and uninfected individuals poses a need to investigate factors linked to such occurrence during this phase. Some of such factors include stressful practices such as social distancing, masking, vaccines, and medications availability, changes in routines, and lifestyles. As the status of infection improved, a collective term for all the prolonged effects of COVID-19 after the resolution of the primary infection called the post-COVID-19 syndrome (PCS) surfaced. Apart from impacting sleep during the infectious phase, the aftereffects of this virus left an even greater impact during the PCS. Various mechanisms have been hypothesized to be linked to such SD during the PCS, but the available data are inconclusive. Further, the varied patterns of incidence of these SDs differed by many factors, such as age, gender, and geographical location, making clinical management even more challenging. This review elucidates the impact of coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) (COVID) disease on sleep health during the various phases of the COVID-19 pandemic. We also investigate different causal relationships, management strategies, and knowledge gaps related to SD during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Likhita Shaik
- Department of Family Medicine, Hennepin Healthcare, Minneapolis, MN 55415, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843, USA
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Manfredini A, Pisano F, Incoccia C, Marangolo P. The Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown Measures and COVID-19 Infection on Cognitive Functions: A Review in Healthy and Neurological Populations. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:4889. [PMID: 36981800 PMCID: PMC10049620 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20064889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Revised: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The COVID-19 pandemic severely affected people's mental health all over the world. This review aims to present a comprehensive overview of the literature related to the effects of COVID-19 lockdown measures and COVID-19 infection on cognitive functioning in both healthy people and people with neurological conditions by considering only standardized tests. We performed a narrative review of the literature via two databases, PUBMED and SCOPUS, from December 2019 to December 2022. In total, 62 out of 1356 articles were selected and organized into three time periods: short-term (1-4 months), medium-term (5-8 months), and long-term (9-12 months), according to the time in which the tests were performed. Regardless of the time period, most studies showed a general worsening in cognitive performance in people with neurological conditions due to COVID-19 lockdown measures and in healthy individuals recovered from COVID-19 infection. Our review is the first to highlight the importance of considering standardized tests as reliable measures to quantify the presence of cognitive deficits due to COVID-19. Indeed, we believe that they provide an objective measure of the cognitive difficulties encountered in the different populations, while allowing clinicians to plan rehabilitation treatments that can be of great help to many patients who still, nowadays, experience post-COVID-19 symptoms.
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- Alessio Manfredini
- Department of Humanities Studies, University Federico II, 80133 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Humanities Studies, University Federico II, 80133 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Humanities Studies, University Federico II, 80133 Naples, Italy
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Ostermann PN, Schaal H. Human brain organoids to explore SARS-CoV-2-induced effects on the central nervous system. Rev Med Virol 2023; 33:e2430. [PMID: 36790825 DOI: 10.1002/rmv.2430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 01/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2023]
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Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus type 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the causative agent of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). In less than three years, an estimated 600 million infections with SARS-CoV-2 occurred worldwide, resulting in a pandemic with tremendous impact especially on economic and health sectors. Initially considered a respiratory disease, COVID-19, along with its long-term sequelae (long-COVID) rather is a systemic disease. Neurological symptoms like dementia or encephalopathy were reported early during the pandemic as concomitants of the acute phase and as characteristics of long-COVID. An excessive inflammatory immune response is hypothesized to play a major role in this context. However, direct infection of neural cells may also contribute to the neurological aspects of (long)-COVID-19. To mainly explore such direct effects of SARS-CoV-2 on the central nervous system, human brain organoids provide a useful platform. Infecting these three-dimensional tissue cultures allows the study of viral neurotropism as well as of virus-induced effects on single cells or even the complex cellular network within the organoid. In this review, we summarize the experimental studies that used SARS-CoV-2-infected human brain organoids to unravel the complex nature of (long)-COVID-19-related neurological manifestations.
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- Philipp Niklas Ostermann
- Institute of Virology, University Hospital Düsseldorf, Medical Faculty, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Institute of Virology, University Hospital Düsseldorf, Medical Faculty, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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Méndez-García LA, Carrillo-Ruiz JD, Solleiro-Villavicencio H. Editorial: Short and long-term sequelae within the central nervous system due to COVID-19. Front Cell Neurosci 2023; 17:1146839. [PMID: 36824312 PMCID: PMC9941658 DOI: 10.3389/fncel.2023.1146839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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- Lucía Angélica Méndez-García
- Laboratory of Immunometabolism, Research Division, General Hospital of Mexico Dr. Eduardo Liceaga, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Research Directorate, General Hospital of Mexico Dr. Eduardo Liceaga, Mexico City, Mexico,Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, General Hospital of Mexico Dr. Eduardo Liceaga, Mexico City, Mexico,Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Anáhuac, Mexico City, Mexico,*Correspondence: José Damián Carrillo-Ruiz ✉
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- Posgrado en Ciencias Genómicas, Universidad Autónoma de la Ciudad de México, Mexico City, Mexico,Helena Solleiro-Villavicencio ✉
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Mina FB, Billah M, Karmakar S, Das S, Rahman MS, Hasan MF, Acharjee UK. An online observational study assessing clinical characteristics and impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health: a perspective study from Bangladesh. ZEITSCHRIFT FUR GESUNDHEITSWISSENSCHAFTEN = JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 31:319-327. [PMID: 33432286 PMCID: PMC7787928 DOI: 10.1007/s10389-020-01445-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2020] [Accepted: 11/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Purpose The pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has cost numerous lives and induced tremendous mental stress among people. The purpose of this research was to determine anxiety and depression levels, clinical features, and the connections between demographic variables and depression prevalence as well as anxiety prevalence among reported COVID-19 cases in Bangladesh. Methods For the purpose of data collection, an online cross-sectional survey was carried out from May 26 to June 27, 2020, utilizing a Google adapted preformed questionnaire. The form was shared with a short overview and justification through Facebook, Twitter, Facebook messenger, Viber, and What's App. The Google form contains five parts: a brief introduction, an approval statement, demographics, clinical and radiological data, and mental health assessment by the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item (GAD-7) scale and Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9). Formal ethical clearance was taken from the Institute of Biological Science (IBSc), Bangladesh. Informed consent was ensured before participation. Results One hundred and fifty-three (153) patients with COVID-19 who had an average age of 39.43 ± 17.59 years with male predominance (72%) were included. A total of 32.7% were doing health-care related jobs, and 17.7% lost their jobs due to COVID-19. Patients had a median income of 30,000 Bangladesh taka (BDT). Of all, 12.4% of the participants showed asymptomatic features, whereas 87.6% of patients were symptomatic and presented with fever (79%), cough (58.8%), myalgia (24.2%), breathlessness (23.5%), sore throat (21.6%), fatigue (19.6%), headache (13.7%), nausea and/or vomiting (11.8%), runny nose (9.8%), chest pain (9.2%), diarrhea (8.5%), stuffy nose (3.2%), ARDS (2.6%), oral ulcer (2.6%), and conjunctivitis (1.9%). Overall, the prevalence of anxiety and depression was 63.5% and 56.6%, respectively. Among the participants, 13.2% had only anxiety, 6.3% had only depression, and 50.3% had both. Conclusion In most cases, middle age, male, and healthy workers were patients. Fever and cough were the standard presentations. Approximately two-thirds or 66.67% of patients had anxiety and depression, one or both.
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- Fahmida Begum Mina
- grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh
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- grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh ,grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Joarder DNA & Chromosome Research Laboratory, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh
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- grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Molecular Biology and Protein Science Laboratory, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh
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- grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh
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- grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh
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- grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh ,grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Joarder DNA & Chromosome Research Laboratory, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh
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- grid.412656.20000 0004 0451 7306Joarder DNA & Chromosome Research Laboratory, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh
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Serena S, Deborah P, Anja F, Gwendolyn G, Puhan MA, Albanese E. Association between serologically confirmed COVID-19 infection and cognitive functioning in community dwelling older adults. Front Neurol 2023; 14:1093852. [PMID: 37025205 PMCID: PMC10070998 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1093852] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/08/2023] Open
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Introduction COVID-19 infection can impact the central nervous system, and is often associated with cognitive decline. However, there are no studies linking serologically confirmed COVID-19 infection with objectively assessed cognitive functioning. We explored whether presence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies account for variability in participants' scores on a neuropsychological assessment. Methods In this cross-sectional study participants were 657 (mean age = 72.97; SD = 6.07 years; women = 47.7%) individuals randomly selected from the general population of the canton of Zurich and included in the Corona Immunitas study. We conducted serological tests between October 2020 and May 2021 to detect and quantify SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in peripheral venous blood samples. We assessed cognitive function, vaccination status (vaccinated; not vaccinated), number of health conditions, and demographic variables between January and August 2021. We studied the association between seropositivity and global cognitive function and five cognitive domains (language expression, language comprehension, temporal orientation, spatial orientation, and memory) with linear regression models. Based on SARS-CoV-2 antibodies and vaccination status, we stratified participants into three groups: No SARS-CoV-2 antibodies (N = 402); SARS-CoV-2 antibodies due to vaccination (N = 218); history of SARS-CoV-2 infection and no vaccination (N = 37). Results In the regression model adjusted for age, sex, educational level, and number of health conditions, compared to those without SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, those with SARS-CoV-2 antibodies due to vaccination had better global cognitive functioning (Standardized beta = 0.10; 95% CI = 0.02; 0.17), and those with SARS-CoV-2 antibodies due to infection had poorer cognitive functioning (Standardized beta = -0.10; 95% CI = -0.18; -0.03). Regarding cognitive domains, compared to those without SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, those with SARS-CoV-2 antibodies due to infection scored more poorly on language comprehension and temporal orientation, and those with SARS-CoV-2 antibodies due to vaccination scored better on memory. Discussion By linking serologically confirmed presence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies to poorer global cognitive functioning in community dwelling older adults we strengthen existing evidence in support of cognitive decline related to COVID-19. Given the large number of infected older adults, and the endurance of the pandemic, our results highlight the need to address COVID-19 related cognitive decline in the clinical and public health areas of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
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- Sabatini Serena
- School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom
- *Correspondence: Serena Sabatini,
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- Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Institute of Public Health (IPH), Università della Svizzera italiana, Lugano, Switzerland
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- Epidemiology Biostatistics and Prevention Institute, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Epidemiology Biostatistics and Prevention Institute, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Epidemiology Biostatistics and Prevention Institute, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Institute of Public Health (IPH), Università della Svizzera italiana, Lugano, Switzerland
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Neurologic Presentations of COVID-19: A Case Series. ARCHIVES OF CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES 2022. [DOI: 10.5812/archcid-116401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Introduction: The new pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has evolved certain neurologic syndromes as a presentation of this disease that should be integrated into the whole disease process. Case Presentations: We present cases of neurologic involvement in adult patients with documented bronchopulmonary COVID-19. Certain signs and symptoms are introduced, including new onset seizures, ischemic stroke, and altered mental status in otherwise minimal clinical signs and symptoms of COVID-19. Conclusions: Many neurologic presentations are diagnosed in resolving COVID respiratory infections or in an otherwise asymptomatic individual.
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Muley A. Neurological Manifestations and Their Effect on Outcome in Second Wave of COVID-19 Pandemic: A Retrospective Cohort Study. JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION OF PHYSICIANS OF INDIA 2022; 70:11-12. [DOI: 10.5005/japi-11001-0101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Aghaei A, Aggarwal A, Zhang R, Li X, Qiao S. Resilience resources and coping strategies of COVID-19 female long haulers: A qualitative study. Front Public Health 2022; 10:970378. [PMID: 36407988 PMCID: PMC9672809 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.970378] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2022] [Accepted: 10/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Background Female long haulers deal with persistent post-acute COVID-19 symptoms that have serious health implications. This study aimed to identify resilience resources at multiple socio-ecological levels for female long haulers and describe how resilience resources affect their responses to long COVID. Methods Purposive sampling was adopted to recruit participants through social media from April to June 2021 followed by 15 semi-structured interviews. An inductive analytical approach was adopted to categorize themes by open and axial coding that were verified by peer review. Results Female long haulers relied on resources at various socio-ecological levels to foster their resilience in response to long COVID. At the individual level, they utilized cognitive and emotional resources to increase knowledge, learn new skills, set goals, and manage emotions; behavioral resources (e.g., internal motivation and executive functioning) to perform physical, creative, and recreational activities, and adopt healthier eating habits; and spiritual resources to perform spiritual rituals and connect with God. At the social level, the support from existing relationships and/or online social support groups enhanced their social identity and provided material and informational resources. At the health systems level, the guidance from counselors and physicians and availability of clinics, medicines, and health equipment assisted them in symptom management and medication adherence. Conclusion The resilience of female long haulers can be enhanced through (1) offering financial and health-related resources, (2) developing online social-support groups, (3) counseling and care service training for healthcare professionals, and (4) implementing more psychosocial interventions by labor organizations.
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- Atefeh Aghaei
- Department of Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States
- South Carolina SmartState Center of Healthcare Quality, Columbia, SC, United States
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- Department of Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States
- South Carolina SmartState Center of Healthcare Quality, Columbia, SC, United States
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- Department of Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States
- South Carolina SmartState Center of Healthcare Quality, Columbia, SC, United States
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- Department of Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States
- South Carolina SmartState Center of Healthcare Quality, Columbia, SC, United States
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- Department of Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States
- South Carolina SmartState Center of Healthcare Quality, Columbia, SC, United States
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Borovcanin MM, Vesic K, Balcioglu YH, Mijailović NR. Prescription of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in COVID-19 infection needs caution. Front Psychiatry 2022; 13:1052710. [PMID: 36339865 PMCID: PMC9626973 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.1052710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- Milica M. Borovcanin
- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia
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- Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia
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- Department of Psychiatry, Bakirkoy Prof Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital for Psychiatry, Neurology, and Neurosurgery, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Kragujevac, Kragujevac, Serbia
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Retornaz F, Rebaudet S, Stavris C, Jammes Y. Long-term neuromuscular consequences of SARS-Cov-2 and their similarities with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome: results of the retrospective CoLGEM study. Lab Invest 2022; 20:429. [PMID: 36153556 PMCID: PMC9509619 DOI: 10.1186/s12967-022-03638-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Background
Patients with long-COVID often complain of continuous fatigue, myalgia, sleep problems, cognitive dysfunction, and post-exertional malaise. No data are available on EMG recording of evoked myopotentials (M-waves) or exercise-induced alterations in long-COVID patients, providing evidence of muscle membrane fatigue. Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) develops in more than half of patients after an infectious disease, particularly viral diseases. A large proportion (around 70%) of these patients have neuromuscular disorders with M-wave alterations during and after exercise. Our hypothesis was that M-wave alterations would be also found in long-COVID patients, in association with neuromuscular symptoms, similar to ME/CFS.
Methods
This retrospective observational ColGEM (Covid LonG Encéphalomyelite Myalgique) study compared 59 patients with long-COVID and 55 ME/CFS patients with a history of severe infection who presented before the COVID pandemic. All of these patients underwent the same protocol consisting of a questionnaire focusing on neural and neuromuscular disorders and M-wave recording in the rectus femoris muscle before, during, and 10 min after a progressive cycling exercise. Maximal handgrip strength (MHGS) and maximal exercise power were also measured. The frequency of symptoms and magnitude of M-wave changes in the two groups were compared using non-parametric and parametric tests.
Results
The frequency of fatigue, myalgia, sleep problems, cognitive dysfunction, and post-exertional malaise as well as the magnitude of exercise-induced M-wave alterations were the same in the two groups. By contrast, digestive problems were less present in long-COVID. M-wave alterations were greater in ME/CFS patients as in those with long-COVID when the highest muscle strength and highest exercise performance were measured.
Conclusions
These high clinical and biological similarities between long-COVID and ME/CFS support the hypothesis that SARS-Cov-2 infection can cause ME/CFS symptoms.
Trial registration Registered retrospectively.
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da Silva Júnior RT, Santos Apolonio J, Cuzzuol BR, da Costa BT, Silva CS, Araújo GRL, Silva Luz M, Marques HS, Santos LKDS, Pinheiro SLR, Lima de Souza Gonçalves V, Calmon MS, Freire de Melo F. COVID-19 neuropsychiatric repercussions: Current evidence on the subject. World J Methodol 2022; 12:365-380. [PMID: 36186752 PMCID: PMC9516547 DOI: 10.5662/wjm.v12.i5.365] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2022] [Revised: 06/30/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection has affected the entire world, causing the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic since it was first discovered in Wuhan, China in December 2019. Among the clinical presentation of the disease, in addition to fever, fatigue, cough, dyspnea, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, infected patients may also experience neurological and psychiatric repercussions during the course of the disease and as a post-COVID-19 sequelae. Thus, headache, dizziness, olfactory and gustatory dysfunction, cerebrovascular disorders, neuromuscular abnormalities, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder can occur both from the infection itself and from social distancing and quarantine. According to current evidence about this infection, the virus has the ability to infect the central nervous system (CNS) via angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptors on host cells. Several studies have shown the presence of ACE2 in nerve cells and nasal mucosa, as well as transmembrane serine protease 2, key points for interaction with the viral Spike glycoprotein and entry into the CNS, being olfactory tract and blood-brain barrier, through hematogenous dissemination, potential pathways. Thus, the presence of SARS-CoV-2 in the CNS supports the development of neuropsychiatric symptoms. The management of these manifestations seems more complex, given that the dense parenchyma and impermeability of brain tissue, despite protecting the brain from the infectious process, may hinder virus elimination. Still, some alternatives used in non-COVID-19 situations may lead to worse prognosis of acute respiratory syndrome, requiring caution. Therefore, the aim of this review is to bring more current points related to this infection in the CNS, as well as the repercussions of the isolation involved by the pandemic and to present perspectives on interventions in this scenario.
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia, Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45083900, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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- Instituto Multidisciplinar em Saúde, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Vitória da Conquista 45029094, Brazil
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Baig AM. Differential diagnosis and pathogenesis of the neurological signs and symptoms in COVID-19 and long-COVID syndrome. CNS Neurosci Ther 2022; 28:1905-1907. [PMID: 36117492 PMCID: PMC9539369 DOI: 10.1111/cns.13957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2022] [Revised: 08/09/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Neurological features have now been reported very frequently in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2. The neurological deficits associated features are observed in both acute and chronic stages of COVID-19 and they appear to overlap with wide-ranging symptoms that can be attributed to being of non-neural origins, thus obscuring the definitive diagnosis of neuro-COVID. The pathogenetic factors acting in concert to cause neuronal injury are now emerging, with SARS-CoV-2 directly affecting the brain coupled with the neuroinflammatory factors have been implicated in the causation of disabilities in acute COVID-19 and patients with Long-COVID syndrome. As the differentiation between a neural origin and other organ-based causation of a particular neurological feature is of prognostic significance, it implores a course of action to this covert, yet important neurological challenge.
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- Abdul Mannan Baig
- Department of Biological and Biomedical SciencesAga Khan UniversityKarachiPakistan
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Maksymyuk V, Doell S, Maroz N. Two Case Reports of Patients With Transverse Myelitis as a Complication of SARS-CoV-2 Infection. Cureus 2022; 14:e29191. [PMID: 36258970 PMCID: PMC9573263 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.29191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
Abstract
Transverse myelitis is a nontraumatic spinal cord injury that presents with sudden onset weakness, sensory deficits, and autonomic dysfunction. It can be caused by multiple etiologies including malignancy, autoimmune disorders, viral, bacterial, or fungal infections, and environmental factors. In this article, we describe cases of two elderly male patients affected by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Patients did not exhibit classic or had only mild classic symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection; however, both patients developed transverse myelitis. Patients were treated with intravenous steroids and therapeutic plasmapheresis, achieving partial improvement. The study aimed to understand rare complications like transverse myelitis of SARS-CoV-2 infection and treatment accordingly.
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da Silva SJR, do Nascimento JCF, Germano Mendes RP, Guarines KM, Targino Alves da Silva C, da Silva PG, de Magalhães JJF, Vigar JRJ, Silva-Júnior A, Kohl A, Pardee K, Pena L. Two Years into the COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons Learned. ACS Infect Dis 2022; 8:1758-1814. [PMID: 35940589 PMCID: PMC9380879 DOI: 10.1021/acsinfecdis.2c00204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
Abstract
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a highly transmissible and virulent human-infecting coronavirus that emerged in late December 2019 in Wuhan, China, causing a respiratory disease called coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which has massively impacted global public health and caused widespread disruption to daily life. The crisis caused by COVID-19 has mobilized scientists and public health authorities across the world to rapidly improve our knowledge about this devastating disease, shedding light on its management and control, and spawned the development of new countermeasures. Here we provide an overview of the state of the art of knowledge gained in the last 2 years about the virus and COVID-19, including its origin and natural reservoir hosts, viral etiology, epidemiology, modes of transmission, clinical manifestations, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, emerging variants, and vaccines, highlighting important differences from previously known highly pathogenic coronaviruses. We also discuss selected key discoveries from each topic and underline the gaps of knowledge for future investigations.
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- Severino Jefferson Ribeiro da Silva
- Laboratory of Virology and Experimental Therapy (LAVITE), Department of Virology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), 50670-420 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil.,Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 3M2, Canada
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- Laboratory of Virology and Experimental Therapy (LAVITE), Department of Virology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), 50670-420 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Virology and Experimental Therapy (LAVITE), Department of Virology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), 50670-420 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Virology and Experimental Therapy (LAVITE), Department of Virology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), 50670-420 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Virology and Experimental Therapy (LAVITE), Department of Virology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), 50670-420 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Virology and Experimental Therapy (LAVITE), Department of Virology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), 50670-420 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Virology and Experimental Therapy (LAVITE), Department of Virology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), 50670-420 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil.,Department of Virology, Pernambuco State Central Laboratory (LACEN/PE), 52171-011 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil.,University of Pernambuco (UPE), Serra Talhada Campus, 56909-335 Serra Talhada, Pernambuco, Brazil.,Public Health Laboratory of the XI Regional Health, 56912-160 Serra Talhada, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 3M2, Canada
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- Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), 57072-900 Maceió, Alagoas, Brazil
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- MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research, Glasgow G61 1QH, United Kingdom
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 3M2, Canada.,Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 3G8, Canada
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- Laboratory of Virology and Experimental Therapy (LAVITE), Department of Virology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), 50670-420 Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Chen Y, Yang W, Chen F, Cui L. COVID-19 and cognitive impairment: neuroinvasive and blood‒brain barrier dysfunction. J Neuroinflammation 2022; 19:222. [PMID: 36071466 PMCID: PMC9450840 DOI: 10.1186/s12974-022-02579-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
Abstract
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has led to a global pandemic. Although COVID-19 was initially described as a respiratory disease, there is growing evidence that SARS-CoV-2 is able to invade the brains of COVID-19 patients and cause cognitive impairment. It has been reported that SARS-CoV-2 may have invasive effects on a variety of cranial nerves, including the olfactory, trigeminal, optic, and vagus nerves, and may spread to other brain regions via infected nerve endings, retrograde transport, and transsynaptic transmission. In addition, the blood-brain barrier (BBB), composed of neurovascular units (NVUs) lining the brain microvasculature, acts as a physical barrier between nerve cells and circulating cells of the immune system and is able to regulate the transfer of substances between the blood and brain parenchyma. Therefore, the BBB may be an important structure for the direct and indirect interaction of SARS-CoV-2 with the brain via the blood circulation. In this review, we assessed the potential involvement of neuroinvasion under the SARS-CoV-2 infection, and the potential impact of BBB disorder under SARS-CoV-2 infection on cognitive impairment.
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- Yanting Chen
- Department of Neurology, Guangdong Key Laboratory of Age-Related Cardiac and Cerebral Diseases, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524000, China
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- Department of Trauma Center, Hengyang Medical School, Affiliated Nanhua Hospital, University of South China, Hengyang, 421002, China
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- Department of Neurology, Guangdong Key Laboratory of Age-Related Cardiac and Cerebral Diseases, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524000, China
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- Department of Neurology, Guangdong Key Laboratory of Age-Related Cardiac and Cerebral Diseases, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524000, China.
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Ju J, Su Y, Zhou Y, Wei H, Xu Q. The SARS-CoV-2 envelope protein disrupts barrier function in an in vitro human blood-brain barrier model. Front Cell Neurosci 2022; 16:897564. [PMID: 36082238 PMCID: PMC9445123 DOI: 10.3389/fncel.2022.897564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
Abstract
Patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have been frequently reported to exhibit neurological manifestations and disruption of the blood-brain barrier (BBB). Among the risk factors for BBB breakdown, the loss of endothelial cells and pericytes has caused widespread concern. Recent studies have revealed that severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 envelope (S2E) protein caused cell death. We tested the hypothesis that the S2E protein alone could induce BBB dysfunction. The S2E protein bound to human BBB-related cells and inhibited cell viability in a dose- and time-dependent manner. Importantly, the S2E protein disrupted barrier function in an in vitro BBB model composed of HCMEC/D3 (brain endothelial cell line), HBVP (brain vascular pericyte), and U87MG (astrocyte cell line) cells and suppressed the expression of major genes involved in maintaining endothelial permeability and function. In addition, the S2E protein crossed the HCMEC/D3 monolayer. The S2E protein triggered inflammatory responses in HCMEC/D3 and U87MG cells. Taken together, these results show for the first time that the S2E protein has a negative impact on the BBB. Therapies targeting the S2E protein could protect against and treat central nervous system manifestations in COVID-19 patients.
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- Jiahang Ju
- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
- Neuroscience Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
- Neuroscience Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
- Neuroscience Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
- Neuroscience Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Biology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, School of Basic Medicine Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
- Neuroscience Center, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- *Correspondence: Qi Xu
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de Mello AJ, Moretti M, Rodrigues ALS. SARS-CoV-2 consequences for mental health: Neuroinflammatory pathways linking COVID-19 to anxiety and depression. World J Psychiatry 2022; 12:874-883. [PMID: 36051596 PMCID: PMC9331446 DOI: 10.5498/wjp.v12.i7.874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2022] [Revised: 05/03/2022] [Accepted: 06/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has been linked to an increased prevalence of mental health disorders, particularly anxiety and depression. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused stress in people worldwide due to several factors, including fear of infection; social isolation; difficulty in adapting to new routines; lack of coping methods; high exposure to social media, misinformation, and fake reports; economic impact of the measures implemented to slow the contagion and concerns regarding the disease pathogenesis. COVID-19 patients have elevated levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-6, and tumor necrosis factor-α, and other inflammation-related factors. Furthermore, invasion of the central nervous system by the novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) may potentially contribute to neuroinflammatory alterations in infected individuals. Neuroinflammation, a consequence of psychological stress due to the COVID-19 pandemic, may also play a role in the development of anxiety and depressive symptoms in the general population. Considering that neuroinflammation plays a significant role in the pathophysiology of depression and anxiety, this study investigated the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on mental health and focused on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the neuroinflammatory pathways.
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- Anna Julie de Mello
- Department of Biochemistry, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis 88040-200, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis 88040-200, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis 88040-200, Brazil
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Yang RC, Huang K, Zhang HP, Li L, Tan C, Chen HC, Jin ML, Wang XR. Transcriptional landscape of human neuroblastoma cells in response to SARS-CoV-2. BMC Neurosci 2022; 23:43. [PMID: 35794518 PMCID: PMC9258770 DOI: 10.1186/s12868-022-00728-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is highly contagious, and the neurological symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection have already been reported. However, the mechanisms underlying the effect of SARS-CoV-2 infection on patients with central nervous system injuries remain unclear. Methods The high-throughput RNA sequencing was applied to analyze the transcriptomic changes in SK-N-SH cells after SARS-CoV-2 infection. Gene Ontology and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes analyses were performed to identify the functions of differentially expressed genes and related pathways. Results A total of 820 mRNAs were significantly altered, including 671 upregulated and 149 downregulated mRNAs (showing an increase of ≥ 2-fold or decrease to ≤ 0.5-fold, respectively; p ≤ 0.05). Moreover, we verified the significant induction of cytokines, chemokines, and their receptors, as well as the activation of NF-κB, p38, and Akt signaling pathways, in SK-N-SH by SARS-CoV-2. Conclusions To our knowledge, this is the first time the transcriptional profiles of the host mRNAs involved in SARS-CoV-2 infection of SK-N-SH cells have been reported. These findings provide novel insight into the pathogenic mechanism of SARS-CoV-2 and might constitute a new approach for future prevention and treatment of SARS-CoV-2-induced central nervous system infection. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12868-022-00728-6.
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- Rui-Cheng Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China. .,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, Hubei, 430070, China.
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Paoletti AM, Melilli MG, Vecchio I. Experimental Models of SARS-COV-2 Infection in the Central Nervous System. J Cent Nerv Syst Dis 2022; 14:11795735221102231. [PMID: 35783991 PMCID: PMC9247991 DOI: 10.1177/11795735221102231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
Abstract
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has raised serious concerns worldwide due to
its great impact on human health and forced scientists racing to find effective
therapies to control the infection and a vaccine for the virus. To this end,
intense research efforts have focused on understanding the viral biology of
severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), responsible for
COVID-19. The ever-expanding list of cases, reporting clinical neurological
complications in COVID-19 patients, strongly suggests the possibility of the
virus invading the nervous system. The pathophysiological processes responsible
for the neurological impact of COVID-19 are not fully understood. Some
neurodegenerative disorders sometimes take more than a decade to manifest, so
the long-term pathophysiological outcomes of SARS-CoV-2 neurotropism should be
regarded as a challenge for researchers in this field. There is no documentation
on the long-term impact of SARS-CoV-2 on the human central nervous system (CNS).
Most of the data relating to neurological damage during SARS-CoV-2 infection
have yet to be established experimentally. The purpose of this review is to
describe the knowledge gained, from experimental models, to date, on the
mechanisms of neuronal invasion and the effects produced by infection. The hope
is that, once the processes are understood, therapies can be implemented to
limit the damage produced. Long-term monitoring and the use of appropriate and
effective therapies could reduce the severity of symptoms and improve quality of
life of the most severely affected patients, with a special focus on those have
required hospital care and assisted respiration.
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- Anna Maria Paoletti
- Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation (IRIB), National Council of Research (CNR), Catanzaro, Italy
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- Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation (IRIB), National Council of Research (CNR), Catanzaro, Italy
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Stafstrom CE. Neurological effects of COVID-19 in infants and children. Dev Med Child Neurol 2022; 64:818-829. [PMID: 35243616 PMCID: PMC9111795 DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.15185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2021] [Revised: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
Neurological manifestations of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in children are becoming increasingly apparent as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic continues. While children manifest relatively milder features of the disease, accumulating evidence warrants concern that COVID-19 exacts both acute- and long-term effects on the developing central and peripheral nervous systems. This review focuses on the relatively underinvestigated topic of the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on the brain in infancy and childhood, concluding that clinicians should be attentive to both the acute effects and long-term consequences of COVID-19 from a neurological perspective.
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- Carl E. Stafstrom
- Division of Pediatric NeurologyDepartments of Neurology and PediatricsThe Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineBaltimoreMDUSA
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Genomic surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 in patients presenting neurological manifestations. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0270024. [PMID: 35771751 PMCID: PMC9246207 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0270024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2022] [Accepted: 06/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
Abstract
During the first wave of infections, neurological symptoms in Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients raised particular concern, suggesting that, in a subset of patients, the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) could invade and damage cells of the central nervous system (CNS). Indeed, up to date several in vitro and in vivo studies have shown the ability of SARS-CoV-2 to reach the CNS. Both viral and/or host related features could explain why this occurs only in certain individuals and not in all the infected population. The aim of the present study was to evaluate if onset of neurological manifestations in COVID-19 patients was related to specific viral genomic signatures. To this end, viral genome was extracted directly from nasopharyngeal swabs of selected SARS-CoV-2 positive patients presenting a spectrum of neurological symptoms related to COVID-19, ranging from anosmia/ageusia to more severe symptoms. By adopting a whole genome sequences approach, here we describe a panel of known as well as unknown mutations detected in the analyzed SARS-CoV-2 genomes. While some of the found mutations were already associated with an improved viral fitness, no common signatures were detected when comparing viral sequences belonging to specific groups of patients. In conclusion, our data support the notion that COVID-19 neurological manifestations are mainly linked to patient-specific features more than to virus genomic peculiarities.
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Yang RC, Huang K, Zhang HP, Li L, Zhang YF, Tan C, Chen HC, Jin ML, Wang XR. SARS-CoV-2 productively infects human brain microvascular endothelial cells. J Neuroinflammation 2022; 19:149. [PMID: 35705998 PMCID: PMC9198209 DOI: 10.1186/s12974-022-02514-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The emergence of the novel, pathogenic severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has caused a global health emergency. SARS-CoV-2 is highly contagious and has a high mortality rate in severe patients. However, there is very limited information on the effect of SARS-CoV-2 infection on the integrity of the blood-brain barrier (BBB). METHODS RNA-sequencing profiling was performed to analyze the transcriptomic changes in human brain microvascular endothelial cells (hBMECs) after SARS-CoV-2 infection. Bioinformatic tools were used for differential analysis. Immunofluorescence, real-time quantitative PCR, and Western blotting analysis were used to explore biological phenotypes. RESULTS A total of 927 differentially expressed genes were identified, 610 of which were significantly upregulated while the remaining 317 were downregulated. We verified the significant induction of cytokines, chemokines, and adhesion molecules in hBMECs by SARS-CoV-2, suggesting an activation of the vascular endothelium in brain. Moreover, we demonstrated that SARS-CoV-2 infection could increase the BBB permeability, by downregulating as well as remodeling the intercellular tight junction proteins. CONCLUSIONS Our findings demonstrated that SARS-CoV-2 infection can cause BBB dysfunction, providing novel insights into the understanding of SARS-CoV-2 neuropathogenesis. Moreover, this finding shall constitute a new approach for future prevention and treatment of SARS-CoV-2-induced CNS infection.
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- Rui-Cheng Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, The Cooperative Innovation Center for Sustainable Pig Production, College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China. .,Key Laboratory of Preventive Veterinary Medicine in Hubei Province, Wuhan, 430070, Hubei, China.
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Dehghani A, Zokaei E, Kahani SM, Alavinejad E, Dehghani M, Meftahi GH, Afarinesh MR. The potential impact of Covid-19 on CNS and psychiatric sequels. Asian J Psychiatr 2022; 72:103097. [PMID: 35405524 PMCID: PMC8982477 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2022.103097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2021] [Revised: 03/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Due to its high prevalence and fatality, the current Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus, which first emerged in China in 2019, quickly spread around the world and immediately became a serious global health concern. Although respiratory issues were initially the most prominent symptom of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), it became obvious rapidly that COVID-19, like many other coronavirus family members, could affect the central nervous system (CNS). During the pandemic, CNS involvement expressed itself in a variety of forms, including insomnia, anosmia, headaches, encephalopathies, encephalitis, cerebrovascular accidents, cognitive and memory impairment, and increased psychiatric disorders. Almost everyone who has been infected has at least one of these neurological symptoms, demonstrating that the virus has a high ability to impact the CNS. As the coronavirus pandemic passes its second year, the manifestations it can cause in the long run, such as its psychological sequels, have not yet been thoroughly studied. Given the high importance of this issue in today's society and due to the lack of reliable knowledge about the COVID-19 landscape on psychiatric disorders, we intend to investigate coronavirus's possible effect on mental illnesses based on available literature. Because the majority of the psychological effects of the coronavirus can continue for a long period after the pandemic ends, our research can give insight into potential psychiatric sequels associated with COVID-19.
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- Ali Dehghani
- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pathology and Stem Cell Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Neuroscience Research Center, Institute of Neuropharmacology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
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Kong H, Xu LM, Wang DX. Perioperative neurocognitive disorders: A narrative review focusing on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. CNS Neurosci Ther 2022; 28:1147-1167. [PMID: 35652170 PMCID: PMC9253756 DOI: 10.1111/cns.13873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 05/03/2022] [Accepted: 05/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Perioperative neurocognitive disorders (NCDs) refer to neurocognitive abnormalities detected during the perioperative periods, including preexisting cognitive impairment, preoperative delirium, delirium occurring up to 7 days after surgery, delayed neurocognitive recovery, and postoperative NCD. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders‐5th edition (DSM‐5) is the golden standard for diagnosing perioperative NCDs. Given the impracticality of using the DSM‐5 by non‐psychiatric practitioners, many diagnostic tools have been developed and validated for different clinical scenarios. The etiology of perioperative NCDs is multifactorial and includes predisposing and precipitating factors. Identifying these risk factors is conducive to preoperative risk stratification and perioperative risk reduction. Prevention for perioperative NCDs should include avoiding possible contributors and implementing nonpharmacologic and pharmacological interventions. The former generally includes avoiding benzodiazepines, anticholinergics, prolonged liquid fasting, deep anesthesia, cerebral oxygen desaturation, and intraoperative hypothermia. Nonpharmacologic measures include preoperative cognitive prehabilitation, comprehensive geriatric assessment, implementing fast‐track surgery, combined use of regional block, and sleep promotion. Pharmacological measures including dexmedetomidine, nonsteroidal anti‐inflammatory drugs, and acetaminophen are found to have beneficial effects. Nonpharmacological treatments are the first‐line measures for established perioperative NCDs. Pharmacological treatments are still limited to severely agitated or distressed patients.
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- Hao Kong
- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China.,Outcomes Research Consortium, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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Silva J, Patricio F, Patricio-Martínez A, Santos-López G, Cedillo L, Tizabi Y, Limón ID. Neuropathological Aspects of SARS-CoV-2 Infection: Significance for Both Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. Front Neurosci 2022; 16:867825. [PMID: 35592266 PMCID: PMC9111171 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2022.867825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Accepted: 04/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Evidence suggests that SARS-CoV-2 entry into the central nervous system can result in neurological and/or neurodegenerative diseases. In this review, routes of SARS-Cov-2 entry into the brain via neuroinvasive pathways such as transcribrial, ocular surface or hematogenous system are discussed. It is argued that SARS-Cov-2-induced cytokine storm, neuroinflammation and oxidative stress increase the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. Further studies on the effects of SARS-CoV-2 and its variants on protein aggregation, glia or microglia activation, and blood-brain barrier are warranted.
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- Jaime Silva
- Laboratorio de Neurofarmacología, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Neurofarmacología, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Neurofarmacología, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
- Facultad de Ciencias Biológicas, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Biología Molecular y Virología, Centro de Investigación Biomédica de Oriente, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Atlixco, Mexico
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- Centro de Detección Biomolecular, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
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- Department of Pharmacology, Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC, United States
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- Laboratorio de Neurofarmacología, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
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Pergolizzi JV, Raffa RB, Varrassi G, Magnusson P, LeQuang JA, Paladini A, Taylor R, Wollmuth C, Breve F, Chopra M, Nalamasu R, Christo PJ. Potential neurological manifestations of COVID-19: a narrative review. Postgrad Med 2022; 134:395-405. [PMID: 33089707 PMCID: PMC7799377 DOI: 10.1080/00325481.2020.1837503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Neurological manifestations are increasingly reported in a subset of COVID-19 patients. Previous infections related to coronaviruses, namely Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) also appeared to have neurological effects on some patients. The viruses associated with COVID-19 like that of SARS enters the body via the ACE-2 receptors in the central nervous system, which causes the body to balance an immune response against potential damage to nonrenewable cells. A few rare cases of neurological sequelae of SARS and MERS have been reported. A growing body of evidence is accumulating that COVID-19, particularly in severe cases, may have neurological consequences although respiratory symptoms nearly always develop prior to neurological ones. Patients with preexisting neurological conditions may be at elevated risk for COVID-19-associated neurological symptoms. Neurological reports in COVID-19 patients have described encephalopathy, Guillain-Barré syndrome, myopathy, neuromuscular disorders, encephalitis, cephalgia, delirium, critical illness polyneuropathy, and others. Treating neurological symptoms can pose clinical challenges as drugs that suppress immune response may be contraindicated in COVID-19 patients. It is possible that in some COVID-19 patients, neurological symptoms are being overlooked or misinterpreted. To date, neurological manifestations of COVID-19 have been described largely within the disease trajectory and the long-term effects of such manifestations remain unknown.
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- Temple University School of Pharmacy, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- University of Arizona College of Pharmacy, Tucson, AZ, USA
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- Centre for Research and Development, Region Gävleborg/Uppsala University, Gävle, Sweden
- Department of Medicine, Cardiology Research Unit, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- NEMA Research, Inc., Naples, FL, USA
- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Temple University School of Pharmacy, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Division of Pain Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Morowitz JM, Pogson KB, Roque DA, Church FC. Role of SARS-CoV-2 in Modifying Neurodegenerative Processes in Parkinson's Disease: A Narrative Review. Brain Sci 2022; 12:536. [PMID: 35624923 PMCID: PMC9139310 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci12050536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2022] [Revised: 04/12/2022] [Accepted: 04/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by SARS-CoV-2, continues to impact global health regarding both morbidity and mortality. Although SARS-CoV-2 primarily causes acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), the virus interacts with and influences other organs and tissues, including blood vessel endothelium, heart, gastrointestinal tract, and brain. We are learning much about the pathophysiology of SARS-CoV-2 infection; however, we are just beginning to study and understand the long-term and chronic health consequences. Since the pandemic's beginning in late 2019, older adults, those with pre-existing illnesses, or both, have an increased risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe COVID-19. Furthermore, older adults are also more likely to develop the neurodegenerative disorder Parkinson's disease (PD), with advanced age as the most significant risk factor. Thus, does SARS-CoV-2 potentially influence, promote, or accelerate the development of PD in older adults? Our initial focus was aimed at understanding SARS-CoV-2 pathophysiology and the connection to neurodegenerative disorders. We then completed a literature review to assess the relationship between PD and COVID-19. We described potential molecular and cellular pathways that indicate dopaminergic neurons are susceptible, both directly and indirectly, to SARS-CoV-2 infection. We concluded that under certain pathological circumstances, in vulnerable persons-with-Parkinson's disease (PwP), SARS-CoV-2 acts as a neurodegenerative enhancer to potentially support the development or progression of PD and its related motor and non-motor symptoms.
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- Jeremy M. Morowitz
- Developmental and Stem Cell Biology Program, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708, USA;
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- School of Medicine, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA;
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- Department of Neurology, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA;
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- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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Oliveira WQD, Sousa PHMD, Pastore GM. Olfactory and gustatory disorders caused by COVID-19: How to regain the pleasure of eating? Trends Food Sci Technol 2022; 122:104-109. [PMID: 35039714 PMCID: PMC8755554 DOI: 10.1016/j.tifs.2022.01.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Revised: 01/03/2022] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Background Recently, anosmia and ageusia (and their variations) have been reported as frequent symptoms of COVID-19. Olfactory and gustatory stimuli are essential in the perception and pleasure of eating. Disorders in sensory perception may influence appetite and the intake of necessary nutrients when recovering from COVID-19. In this short commentary, taste and smell disorders were reported and correlated for the first time with food science. Scope and approach The objective of this short commentary is to report that taste and smell disorders resulted from COVID-19 may impact eating pleasure and nutrition. It also points out important technologies and trends that can be considered and improved in future studies. Key findings and conclusions Firmer food textures can stimulate the trigeminal nerve, and more vibrant colors are able to increase the modulation of brain metabolism, stimulating pleasure. Allied to this, encapsulation technology enables the production of new food formulations, producing agonist and antagonist agents to trigger or block specific sensations. Therefore, opportunities and innovations in the food industry are wide and multidisciplinary discussions are needed.
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- Williara Queiroz de Oliveira
- Laboratory of Bioflavours and Bioactive Compounds, Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Food Technology, Federal University of Ceará, Av. Mister Hull, 2977, Pici University Campus, Fortaleza, Ceará, ZIP 60356-000, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioflavours and Bioactive Compounds, Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Engineering, University of Campinas, 13083-862, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Moreira MS, Neves ILI, de Bernoche CYSM, Sarra G, Dos Santos-Paul MA, Campos Neves da Silva F, Schroter GT, Montano TCP, de Carvalho CMA, Neves RS. Bilateral paresthesia associated with cardiovascular disease and COVID-19. Oral Dis 2022; 28 Suppl 1:912-915. [PMID: 32640483 PMCID: PMC7361440 DOI: 10.1111/odi.13539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2020] [Revised: 06/20/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Maria Stella Moreira
- Dental Unit, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.,Post Graduation Program, School of Dentistry, Ibirapuera University, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Dental Unit, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Department Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Sao Paulo (USP), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Dental Unit, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Dental Unit, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Dental Unit, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Dental Unit, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Dental Unit, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Dental Unit, Instituto do Coração (InCor), Hospital das Clínicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Nillmani, Jain PK, Sharma N, Kalra MK, Viskovic K, Saba L, Suri JS. Four Types of Multiclass Frameworks for Pneumonia Classification and Its Validation in X-ray Scans Using Seven Types of Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence Models. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:652. [PMID: 35328205 PMCID: PMC8946935 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12030652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2022] [Revised: 03/04/2022] [Accepted: 03/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Background and Motivation: The novel coronavirus causing COVID-19 is exceptionally contagious, highly mutative, decimating human health and life, as well as the global economy, by consistent evolution of new pernicious variants and outbreaks. The reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction currently used for diagnosis has major limitations. Furthermore, the multiclass lung classification X-ray systems having viral, bacterial, and tubercular classes—including COVID-19—are not reliable. Thus, there is a need for a robust, fast, cost-effective, and easily available diagnostic method. Method: Artificial intelligence (AI) has been shown to revolutionize all walks of life, particularly medical imaging. This study proposes a deep learning AI-based automatic multiclass detection and classification of pneumonia from chest X-ray images that are readily available and highly cost-effective. The study has designed and applied seven highly efficient pre-trained convolutional neural networks—namely, VGG16, VGG19, DenseNet201, Xception, InceptionV3, NasnetMobile, and ResNet152—for classification of up to five classes of pneumonia. Results: The database consisted of 18,603 scans with two, three, and five classes. The best results were using DenseNet201, VGG16, and VGG16, respectively having accuracies of 99.84%, 96.7%, 92.67%; sensitivity of 99.84%, 96.63%, 92.70%; specificity of 99.84, 96.63%, 92.41%; and AUC of 1.0, 0.97, 0.92 (p < 0.0001 for all), respectively. Our system outperformed existing methods by 1.2% for the five-class model. The online system takes <1 s while demonstrating reliability and stability. Conclusions: Deep learning AI is a powerful paradigm for multiclass pneumonia classification.
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- Nillmani
- School of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, India; (N.); (P.K.J.); (N.S.)
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, India; (N.); (P.K.J.); (N.S.)
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi 221005, India; (N.); (P.K.J.); (N.S.)
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- Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA 02115, USA;
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- Department of Radiology and Ultrasound, University Hospital for Infectious Diseases, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia;
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- Department of Radiology, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria (A.O.U.), 10015 Cagliari, Italy;
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- Stroke Diagnostic and Monitoring Division, AtheroPoint, Roseville, CA 95661, USA
- Knowledge Engineering Center, Global Biomedical Technologies, Inc., Roseville, CA 95661, USA
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Almishaal AA, Alrushaidan AA. Short- and Long-Term Self-Reported Audiovestibular Symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Hospitalized and Nonhospitalized Patients. Audiol Neurootol 2022; 27:297-311. [PMID: 35240596 PMCID: PMC9059062 DOI: 10.1159/000521963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Audiovestibular symptoms during the acute stage have been reported in patients with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), while very few studies investigated the long-term audiovestibular manifestations of SARS-CoV-2. OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to examine the occurrence of short- and long-term audiovestibular symptoms associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection. METHOD In this cross-sectional study, a questionnaire was distributed to severe hospitalized cases and nonhospitalized patients with mild disease, all with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 test results. Participants were inquired to report audiovestibular symptoms during the acute phase and at 6-month follow-up after contracting SARS-CoV-2. RESULTS A total of 301 participants completed the questionnaire. Auditory symptoms were reported by 21.9% and 1.99% of patients during the acute phase and 6 months post SARS-CoV-2 infection, respectively. During the acute phase of SARS-CoV-2 infection, aural fullness represents the most common symptoms (18.94%) followed by tinnitus (9.97%) and hearing loss (6.31%). Vestibular symptoms were reported by 34% during the acute phase; most commonly was dizziness (29.9%) followed by vertigo (24.25%) and unsteadiness (8.31%). Long-term and persistent vestibular problems were reported by 3.99% patients. There were no statistically significant differences in self-reported audiovestibular symptoms between patients with severe SARS-CoV-2 disease compared to those with mild disease. CONCLUSION The current study showed that audiovestibular symptoms are common among SARS-CoV-2 infected patients during the acute phase of the disease. However, these symptoms are mostly temporary and showed complete spontaneous recovery during the first 2 weeks postinfection.
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- Ali A. Almishaal
- College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia
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Stehlík M, Kisel'ák J, Dinamarca A, Alvarado E, Plaza F, Medina FA, Stehlíková S, Marek J, Venegas B, Gajdoš A, Li Y, Katuščák S, Bražinová A, Zeintl E, Lu Y. REDACS: Regional emergency-driven adaptive cluster sampling for effective COVID-19 management. STOCHASTIC ANALYSIS AND APPLICATIONS 2022; 41:474-508. [PMID: 37982071 PMCID: PMC10655945 DOI: 10.1080/07362994.2022.2033126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2020] [Revised: 01/10/2022] [Accepted: 01/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2023]
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As COVID-19 is spreading, national agencies need to monitor and track several metrics. Since we do not have perfect testing programs on the hand, one needs to develop an advanced sampling strategies for prevalence study, control and management. Here we introduce REDACS: Regional emergency-driven adaptive cluster sampling for effective COVID-19 management and control and justify its usage for COVID-19. We show its advantages over classical massive individual testing sampling plans. We also point out how regional and spatial heterogeneity underlines proper sampling. Fundamental importance of adaptive control parameters from emergency health stations and medical frontline is outlined. Since the Northern hemisphere entered Autumn and Winter season (this paper was originally submitted in November 2020), practical illustration from spatial heterogeneity of Chile (Southern hemisphere, which already experienced COVID-19 winter outbreak peak) is underlying the importance of proper regional heterogeneity of sampling plan. We explain the regional heterogeneity by microbiological backgrounds and link it to behavior of Lyapunov exponents. We also discuss screening by antigen tests from the perspective of "on the fly" biomarker validation, i.e., during the screening.
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- M Stehlík
- Linz Institute of Technology & Department of Applied Statistics, J. Kepler University in Linz, Linz, Austria
- Instituto de Estadística, Universidad de Valparaíso, Valparaíso, Chile
- Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Andrés Bello, Valparaíso, Chile
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- Institute of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, P.J.Šafárik University, Košice, Slovakia
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- Centro de Micro-Bioinnovación, Escuela de Nutrición y Dietética, Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad de Valparaíso, Valparaíso, Chile
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- Instituto de Estadística, Universidad de Valparaíso, Valparaíso, Chile
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- Instituto de Estadística, Universidad de Valparaíso, Valparaíso, Chile
- Instituto de Fomento Pesquero, Chile
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- Biostatistics Program, School of Public Health, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Linz Institute of Technology & Department of Applied Statistics, J. Kepler University in Linz, Linz, Austria
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- University of Pardubice, Pardubice, Czech Republic
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- Departamento de Estomatología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Talca, Chile
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- Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Andrés Bello, Valparaíso, Chile
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- The University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
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- Emeritus Prof.STU, Senior Konzulting, ESK
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- Institute of Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine in Bratislava, Comenius University, Slovak Republic
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- Linz Institute of Technology & Department of Applied Statistics, J. Kepler University in Linz, Linz, Austria
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- Department of Biomedical Data Science, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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Toy E, Kart K. Intensive care management in guillain barré syndrome accompanying prolonged Covid-19-A case report. Niger J Clin Pract 2022; 25:200-202. [PMID: 35170448 DOI: 10.4103/njcp.njcp_85_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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One of the neurological complications associated with COVID-19 is Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS). It is possible to be a complication of COVID19 due to the similarity of respiratory complication between both clinical entities. The aim of this case report is to present a case followed in the intensive care unit (ICU) with the coexistence of prolonged COVID-19 and GBS. The 68-year-old patient, whose COVID-19 symptoms had been going on for 5 weeks, was followed for 5 days in the ICU due to GBS diagnosis. During this period, the patient's symptoms regressed with IVIG treatment. ICU physicians should be careful that some neurological complications may accompany in some prolonged COVID-19 cases and that one of these may be GBS.
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- E Toy
- Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Karabük University Training and Research Hospital, Karabük, Turkey
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Karabük University Training and Research Hospital, Karabük, Turkey
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Hentsch L, Cocetta S, Allali G, Santana I, Eason R, Adam E, Janssens JP. Dificultad respiratoria y COVID-19: Un llamado a la investigación. KOMPASS NEUMOLOGÍA 2022. [PMCID: PMC9059027 DOI: 10.1159/000521663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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La dificultad respiratoria, también conocida como disnea, es un síntoma frecuente que causa debilidad. Varios reportes han destacado la ausencia de disnea en un subgrupo de pacientes que padecen COVID-19, en la llamada hipoxemia «silenciosa» o «feliz». Los reportes también han mencionado la falta de una relación clara entre la gravedad clínica de la enfermedad y los niveles de disnea referidos por los pacientes. Se ha demostrado en gran medida que entre las complicaciones cerebrales del COVID-19 hay alta prevalencia de encefalopatía aguda, que podría afectar el procesamiento de las señales aferentes o bien la modulación descendente de las señales de disnea. En esta revisión pretendemos destacar los mecanismos implicados en la disnea y resumir la fisiopatología del COVID-19 y sus efectos en la interacción cerebro-pulmón. Posteriormente, presentamos hipótesis sobre la alteración de la percepción de la disnea en pacientes con COVID-19 y sugerimos formas de investigar más a fondo este fenómeno.
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- Lisa Hentsch
- División de Medicina Paliativa, Hospitales de la Universidad de Ginebra, Ginebra, Suiza
- *Lisa Hentsch,
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- División de Neurología, Hospitales de la Universidad de Ginebra y Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Ginebra, Ginebra, Suiza
- Departamento de Neurología, División de Envejecimiento Cognitivo y Motor, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Yeshiva University, Bronx, New York, Estados Unidos
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- Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care, Surrey, Reino Unido
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- Investigador independiente, Londres, Reino Unido
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- División de Enfermedades Pulmonares, Hospital de la Universidad de Ginebra, Ginebra, Suiza
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Relationship between myalgia and laboratory parameters in hospitalized patients with COVID-19. JOURNAL OF CONTEMPORARY MEDICINE 2022. [DOI: 10.16899/jcm.1054978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Hentsch L, Cocetta S, Allali G, Santana I, Eason R, Adam E, Janssens JP. Atemnot und COVID-19: Ein Aufruf zu mehr Forschung. KOMPASS PNEUMOLOGIE 2022. [PMCID: PMC8805046 DOI: 10.1159/000521460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Atemnot, auch als Dyspnoe bezeichnet, ist ein häufiges und lähmendes Symptom. In mehreren Berichten wurde die Abwesenheit von Atemnot bei einer Untergruppe von Patienten mit COVID-19 hervorgehoben, die manchmal als «stille» oder «glückliche Hypoxie» bezeichnet wird. Ebenfalls wurde in Berichten erwähnt, dass es an einem klaren Zusammenhang zwischen dem klinischen Schweregrad der Erkrankung und der von den Patienten berichteten Schwere der Atemnot fehlt. Die zerebralen Komplikationen von COVID-19 sind weitgehend nachgewiesen, mit einer hohen Prävalenz akuter Enzephalopathien, die möglicherweise die Verarbeitung afferenter Signale oder die absteigende Modulation von Atemnotsignalen beeinträchtigen könnte. In dieser Übersichtsarbeit möchten wir die an der Atemnot beteiligten Mechanismen hervorheben und die Pathophysiologie von COVID-19 und den bekannten Auswirkungen der Erkrankung auf die Interaktion von Gehirn und Lunge zusammenfassen. Anschließend stellen wir Hypothesen für die Veränderung der Wahrnehmung von Atemnot bei COVID-19-Patienten auf und schlagen Möglichkeiten vor, mit denen dieses Phänomen weiter erforscht werden könnte.
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- Lisa Hentsch
- Abteilung für Pallativmedizin an den Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, Genf, Schweiz
- *Lisa Hentsch,
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- Abteilung für Neurologie, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève und Medizinische Fakultät der Universität Genf, Genf, Schweiz
- Division of Cognitive and Motor Aging, Department of Neurology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Yeshiva University, Bronx, New York, USA
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- Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care, Surrey, Vereinigtes Königreich
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- Unabhängige Forscherin, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
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- Abteilung für Lungenkrankheiten, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, Genf, Schweiz
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Xiao M, You Z, Zeng C, Huang Z, Dong L. Update on neurological symptoms in patients infected with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2. IBRAIN 2021; 7:351-361. [PMID: 37786557 PMCID: PMC10528815 DOI: 10.1002/ibra.12008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2021] [Accepted: 11/10/2021] [Indexed: 10/04/2023]
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Novel coronavirus 19 (COVID-19) is the latest and most intense epidemic, which is caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2). In addition to causing respiratory symptoms, SARS-CoV-2 can have severe effects on the nervous system. Clinically, COVID-19 patients have been reported ranging from mild hypogeusia and hyposmia to severe neurological disorders, such as encephalopathy, encephalitis, strokes, and seizures syndrome. However, the pathological mechanisms of this SARS-CoV-2 neuro aggressiveness remain unclear, so it is of great significance to explore the neurological effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection. To facilitate clinicians to timely recognize the manifestations of COVID-19 patients with neurological injury and timely treatment, the author hereby reviews the latest research progress in the possible pathways, clinical manifestations, and pathogenesis of COVID-19 patients with nerve injury.
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- Mei‐Fang Xiao
- Health Management Center, Xiangya HospitalCentral South UniversityChangshaHunanChina
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya HospitalCentral South UniversityChangshaChina
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- Department of AnesthesiologyLiuzhou People's Hospital Affiliated to Guangxi Medical UniversityLiuzhouGuangxiChina
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- Health Management Center, Xiangya HospitalCentral South UniversityChangshaHunanChina
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya HospitalCentral South UniversityChangshaChina
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Xiangya HospitalCentral South UniversityChangshaHunanChina
- Key Laboratory of Viral HepatitisChangshaHunanChina
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- Department of AnesthesiologyLiuzhou People's Hospital Affiliated to Guangxi Medical UniversityLiuzhouGuangxiChina
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Balconi M, Bove M, Bossola M, Angioletti L, Fronda G, Crivelli D. Monitoring Strategies and Intervention Policies for the Enhancement and Protection of Advanced Neuroscientific Research Post COVID-19 in Italy: Preliminary Evidence. Front Public Health 2021; 9:748223. [PMID: 34900899 PMCID: PMC8655842 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2021.748223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2021] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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- Michela Balconi
- International Research Center for Cognitive Applied Neuroscience (IrcCAN), Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy.,Research Unit in Affective and Social Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy
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- Section of Human Physiology, Department of Experimental Medicine (DIMES), University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Dyalisis Service, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.,Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- International Research Center for Cognitive Applied Neuroscience (IrcCAN), Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy.,Research Unit in Affective and Social Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy
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- International Research Center for Cognitive Applied Neuroscience (IrcCAN), Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy.,Research Unit in Affective and Social Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy
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- International Research Center for Cognitive Applied Neuroscience (IrcCAN), Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy.,Research Unit in Affective and Social Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy
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He C, He L, Chen L, Wang W. Advances in the study of nervous system infections in COVID‐19. BRAIN SCIENCE ADVANCES 2021. [DOI: 10.26599/bsa.2021.9050014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Shortly after its outbreak, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) has very rapidly spread to become a global epidemic. Early clinical findings mainly included typical symptoms such as fever and cough with a very high transmission rate. Recent findings have demonstrated neurological manifestations of atypical symptoms, which is associated with poor prognosis. In this paper, we describe the neurological aspects of COVID‐19 pneumonia in terms of relevant neurons, virus‐associated receptors, and olfactory and neurological clinical manifestations and offer insights on treatment.
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- Chao He
- Department of Neurosurgery, Zhuji Affiliated Hospital of Shaoxing University, Shaoxing 300800, Zhejiang, China
- These authors contributed equally to this work
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- Darwin Cell Biotechnology Co., Ltd., Beijing 100124, China
- These authors contributed equally to this work
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Center for Brain Diseases, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100700, China
- These authors contributed equally to this work
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Zhuji Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 300800, Zhejiang, China
- These authors contributed equally to this work
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