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Acute transverse myelitis associated with SARS-CoV-2: A Case-Report
Hisham Valiuddin1, Brandon Skwirsk1, Patricia Paz-Arabo1
1St. Mary Mercy Hospital, United States.
Brain, Behavior, & Immunity - Health
|August 25, 2020
Summary
The third reported case of acute transverse myelitis linked to SARS-CoV-2 infection was identified. This highlights potential inflammatory spinal cord complications and the need for vigilance regarding critical neurological illnesses in COVID-19 patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Immunology
Background:
- The emergence of SARS-CoV-2 has led to a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations, including neurological complications.
- Acute transverse myelitis (ATM) is a rare neurological disorder affecting the spinal cord, characterized by inflammation.
Observation:
- This report details the third documented case of ATM occurring secondary to SARS-CoV-2 infection globally.
- The patient presented with symptoms indicative of spinal cord inflammation and demyelination.
Findings:
- The findings suggest a potential causal link between SARS-CoV-2 infection and the development of ATM.
- Evidence points towards inflammatory processes triggered by the virus potentially targeting the spinal cord's myelin sheath.
Implications:
- Neurologists and infectious disease specialists must remain vigilant for critical neurological complications in patients with COVID-19.
- Early recognition and management of neurological sequelae associated with SARS-CoV-2 are crucial for patient outcomes.
