Publications by authors named "Samuel Cavalcante Marinho"
Dement Neuropsychol
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- SARS-CoV-2 infection can cause various neurological issues during both the acute and Long COVID phases, affecting cognition, sleep, smell, and mental health.
- These symptoms are more frequently reported in young adults and women, and they can occur after both severe and mild cases of COVID-19.
- The prevalence of neurological symptoms in Long COVID raises concerns due to significant health impacts and associated costs, estimated at around 3.7 trillion US dollars.
Article Synopsis
- A recent study explored the relationship between ε4 gene polymorphism, cognitive deficits, and COVID-19 in outpatient patients experiencing neurological symptoms for over three months post-infection.
- The research included 219 confirmed COVID-19 patients, finding that a significant portion reported memory issues, though only a small percentage had these concerns verified through cognitive screening tests.
- Results indicated a higher prevalence of the ε4 allele in patients with cognitive decline compared to those without, and the association remained strong even after considering sleep disorders and anxiety symptoms.
