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SARS-CoV-2-associated haemorrhagic encephalitis mimicking Herpes encephalitis.
- Source :
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Journal of NeuroVirology . Apr2022, Vol. 28 Issue 2, p322-325. 4p. - Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- Although acute encephalopathy is quite commonly seen in patients of SARS-CoV-2 infection, encephalitis characterised by brain inflammation is relatively rare. Encephalitis caused by Herpes simplex type 1 is the most common cause of identified sporadic encephalitis, and early diagnosis and prompt treatment can prevent the devastating outcome. In this brief communication, we report a case of SARS-CoV-2 associated haemorrhagic encephalitis mimicking herpes encephalitis. In today's pandemic era, it is especially important to distinguish herpes encephalitis from SARS-CoV-2-associated encephalitis as treatment and prognosis of both the conditions differ greatly. This case highlights the importance of suspecting SARS-CoV-2 infection in a patient presenting with clinical symptoms and brain imaging suggestive of Herpes encephalitis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 13550284
- Volume :
- 28
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of NeuroVirology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 157413368
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s13365-021-01045-0