Improvement of neurological symptoms and memory and emotional status in a case of seronegative Sneddon syndrome with cyclophosphamide

ABSTRACT Background: More than one-third of COVID-19 patients present neurological symptoms ranging from anosmia to stroke and encephalopathy. Furthermore, pre-existing neurological conditions may require special treatment and may be associated with worse outcomes. Notwithstanding, the role of neurologists in COVID-19 is probably underrecognized. Objective: The aim of this study was to report the reasons for requesting neurological consultations by internists and intensivists in a COVID-19-dedicated hospital. Methods: This retrospective study was carried out at Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil, a 900-bed COVID-19 dedicated center (including 300 intensive care unit beds). COVID-19 diagnosis was confirmed by SARS-CoV-2-RT-PCR in nasal swabs. All inpatient neurology consultations between March 23rd and May 23rd, 2020 were analyzed. Neurologists performed the neurological exam, assessed all available data to diagnose the neurological condition, and requested additional tests deemed necessary. Difficult diagnoses were established in consensus meetings. After diagnosis, neurologists were involved in the treatment. Results: Neurological consultations were requested for 89 out of 1,208 (7.4%) inpatient COVID admissions during that period. Main neurological diagnoses included: encephalopathy (44.4%), stroke (16.7%), previous neurological diseases (9.0%), seizures (9.0%), neuromuscular disorders (5.6%), other acute brain lesions (3.4%), and other mild nonspecific symptoms (11.2%). Conclusions: Most neurological consultations in a COVID-19-dedicated hospital were requested for severe conditions that could have an impact on the outcome. First-line doctors should be able to recognize neurological symptoms; neurologists are important members of the medical team in COVID-19 hospital care.

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NeuroGlasses: A Wearable Prototype for Early Detection of Neurological Symptoms

2020 5th International Conference on Smart and Sustainable Technologies (SpliTech) ◽

10.23919/splitech49282.2020.9243713 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Andrea Sciarrone ◽

Igor Bisio ◽

Chiara Garibotto ◽

Fabio Lavagetto ◽

Mehrnaz Hamedani ◽

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Keyword(s):

Early Detection ◽

Neurological Symptoms

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Impact of Coping Strategies on Emotional Status in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome

10.26226/morressier.5885d713d462b8028d8923d0 ◽

2017 ◽

Author(s):

Jihene Ben Thabet

Keyword(s):

Obstructive Sleep Apnea ◽

Sleep Apnea ◽

Coping Strategies ◽

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome ◽

Sleep Apnea Syndrome ◽

Emotional Status ◽

Obstructive Sleep ◽

Apnea Syndrome

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Dissociative vs. Non-dissociative Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Among Asylum Seekers: Functional Neurological Symptoms as a Component of the Subtype

10.26226/morressier.5a7070ddd462b80290b574ba ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

Umut Altunoz

Keyword(s):

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽

Posttraumatic Stress ◽

Asylum Seekers ◽

Stress Disorder ◽

Neurological Symptoms ◽

Functional Neurological Symptoms

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Awareness of Pregnant Women for COVID-19 Infection

Tropical Health and Medical Research ◽

10.35916/thmr.v0i0.28 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Erhan Okuyan ◽

Emre Gunakan ◽

Sertaç Esin

Keyword(s):

Pregnant Women ◽

Respiratory Diseases ◽

Prospective Observational Study ◽

Information Source ◽

Home Birth ◽

Patient Characteristics ◽

Emotional Status ◽

Prevention Method ◽

And Behavior

Covid outbreak has been getting worse and spread affected all over the world. Pregnant patients are also vulnerable to respiratory diseases. We aimed to evaluate the awareness, emotional status, and behavior of pregnant during the COVID outbreak. This study's main benefit is to analyze the knowledge and understanding of pregnant women about the pandemic and draw attention to the prevention issues that need improvement. This research is a prospective observational study that 199 patients subjected to a questionnaire including 29 questions about patient characteristics, pregnancy information, knowledge about COVID19-infection, behavioral and emotional changes. 130 (65.3) of the patients stated an above-average knowledge level. Television was the most frequent information source (75.4%, n:150) and was the only information source for 90 (45.1%) of the patients. Sixty-nine patients used more than one information source. More than one prevention method uses by 149 (75%) of the patients. Washing hands (n:183, 92.0%) and cleaning the house (n:122, 61.3%) were the most preferred methods. Only 55 (27.6%) of the patients used a mask for prevention. 88(44.2%) of the patients stated that they preferred a shorter hospital stay, and 75 (37.7%) of the patients indicated that they postponed or avoided the pregnancy follow-up visits due to the COVID-19 issue. Pregnant women seem to be aware and stressed of COVID-19, but knowledge of what to do seems insufficient. Patients informed of risks of COVID infection, unplanned hospital admission, and chances of avoiding necessary visits and home birth demands.

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