Neurological symptoms and complications of COVID-19. Minireview

Abstract

Since the first official case of COVID-19 in China in December 2019, researchers have been trying to uncover the mechanism of action of the severe acute respiratory syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which attacks several organs in addition to the lungs and causes circulatory changes that can lead to death not only because of lung failure but also failure of other organs. The aim of this study is to find out the neurological consequences of COVID-19. A systematic review of the literature was concretized by mobilizing the descriptors:
“SARS-CoV-2”, “coronavirus infections” and “Neurological Consequences”. Although the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on the lung are exemplary and frightening, the long-term effects on the nervous system may be greater and even more overwhelming, as the regeneration of nerve tissue is difficult and can lead to general disability, as the nervous system coordinates the functions of the entire body. Considered studies point out the presence of various injuries (mild or severe) to central nervous system because of COVID-19 infection. It can be said that the studies all agree on the possibility of existing neurological sequelae and a majority emphasize on the need for further investigation.