The Correlation Between Stroke and Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19): Where is the Evidence?

Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally. Despite the decreasing trend in stroke mortality, its incidence and prevalence follow an upwards trajectory that is envisaged to continue for years to come. Previous literature has suggested a role for infectious disease in stroke aetiology; howe...

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Published in:European Medical Journal (Chelmsford, England) England), 2021-02
Main Authors: Pittams, Ashleigh, Axiaq, Ariana, Qamar, Amna, Botezatu, Bianca, Harky, Amer
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally. Despite the decreasing trend in stroke mortality, its incidence and prevalence follow an upwards trajectory that is envisaged to continue for years to come. Previous literature has suggested a role for infectious disease in stroke aetiology; however, the pathophysiological basis for this has never fully been understood. Emerging infections, such as coronavirus disease (COVID-19), present new challenges that must be addressed, to prevent them from contributing to the predicted rise in stroke incidence. Almost one in 20 patients diagnosed with COVID-19 experience a stroke thereafter, hence achieving better understanding of the interactions between these disease entities is of major clinical significance.
ISSN:2397-6764
2397-6764
DOI:10.33590/emj/20-00184