Finding Out The Neurological Consequences Of Covid-19

Alves, A.I.; Freitas, C.; Viveiros, A.; Ribeiro, L.; Faria, S.; Freitas, D.; Faria, R.; Faria, J.

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t- Introduction: 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 from lung failure but also due to commitment of other organs. Objective: The aim of this study is to find out the neurological consequences of COVID-19. Material and methods: A systematic review of the literature was concretised by mobilizing the descriptors: "Sars-Cov-2", "coronavirus infections" and "Neurological Consequences". Databases were selected and seven articles were included for analysis. Results and discussion: 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. All studies show the presence of any kind of injury (mild or severe) to Central Nervous System, but some of them highlight the need for further studies to have great certainty. Conclusion: It can be said that the studies all agree on the possibility of existing neurological sequelae and a majority agree on the need for other studies.