POST-COVID COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT IN PATIENTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Endocrinology
• Infectious Diseases

Background:

• Long-term post-COVID conditions present a growing concern, potentially impacting various physiological systems.
• Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM 2) is a chronic condition known to affect cognitive function independently.
• The interplay between post-COVID cognitive deficits and DM 2 requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the consequences of long-term post-COVID effects on cognitive domains in patients with DM 2.
• To compare cognitive characteristics of DM 2 patients with and without post-COVID disorders.
• To form a research hypothesis aimed at enhancing treatment adherence in affected patients.

Main Methods:

• A literature search was conducted using PubMed with keywords related to COVID-19, cognitive domains, and diabetes mellitus type 2.
• Included studies focused on cognitive impairment in post-COVID patients and patients with DM 2.
• A total of 26 relevant studies were selected for this review.

Main Results:

• The review aimed to form a hypothesis on the relationship between causal factors and specific cognitive domain impairments in DM 2 patients during the long-term post-COVID period.
• Analysis focused on identifying how post-COVID conditions affect cognitive functions in the context of DM 2.
• The study highlights the need to understand these cognitive impacts for patient management.

Conclusions:

• Cognitive impairment significantly influences treatment adherence and quality of life in patients with DM 2.
• A multidisciplinary approach involving various specialists is essential for addressing these complex issues.
• Further research is needed to elucidate the specific mechanisms and develop targeted interventions.