Summary Summary Short summary of a recent publication, written by scientific experts. Published: Jun 21, 2021

Persistent neurological symptoms as a result of COVID-19

Takeaway

  • SARS-CoV-2 infection can cause posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) and result in persistent neurological symptoms.

Why this matters

  • Accumulating data have shown that COVID-19 can result in neurological symptoms, ranging from mild anosmia and/or dysgeusia, to severe complications including encephalopathy and stroke.

    • The long-term neurological consequences of SARS-CoV-2 infection are unknown.