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ReviewCureus2023

Neurological Manifestations of Infectious Diseases: Insights From Recent Cases.

Jyoti Kashyap, Olusegun A Olanrewaju, Kinza Mahar, Meena Israni, Reena Bai, Narendar Kumar, Komal Kumari, Sujeet Shadmani, Muhammad Arsalan Bashir, Mostafa Elharif and 6 more

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In one paragraph

Review in Cureus, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It has been retracted, and should not be counted. Cited by 6 papers.

0numbers the graph read from it
0cells of the map it votes in
6citing papers in PubMed
1.4field-weighted citation impact, top 19% of its field
1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

Each row is one number read from the abstract, on the scale the paper reported it, with its interval. Left of the dashed line favours the treatment, right favours the comparator. Under each row is the sentence it came from. New to these charts? A ten-minute tutorial.

The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

The trial behind it

Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.

Neither the registry nor the abstract names a trial number. If this is a trial report, that itself is worth knowing.

3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

6 citing papers in PubMed, 7 citations in OpenAlex.

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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

16 authors at 7 institutions in 4 countries.

Jyoti KashyapMedicine, Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, Delhi, IND.
Olusegun A OlanrewajuPure and Applied Biology, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, NGA.
Kinza MaharMedicine, Bahria University Medical and Dental College, Karachi, PAK.
Meena IsraniMedicine, Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences, Karachi, PAK.
Reena BaiMedicine, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, PAK.
Narendar KumarInternal Medicine, Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, ARE.
Komal KumariMedicine, NMC Royal Family Medical Centre, Abu Dhabi, ARE.
Sujeet ShadmaniMedicine, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College, Karachi, PAK.
Muhammad Arsalan BashirMedicine, Ziauddin University, Karachi, PAK.
Mostafa ElharifMedicine, Menoufia University, Shibin El Kom, EGY.
Giustino VarrassiPain Medicine, Paolo Procacci Foundation, Rome, ITA.
Satish KumarMedicine, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College, Karachi, PAK.
Mahima KhatriInternal Medicine/Cardiology, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, PAK.
Muhammad Ali MuzammilInternal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, PAK.
Roshan SharmaMedicine, Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital, Delhi, IND.
Farhan UllahInternal Medicine, Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar, PAK.
Dow University of Health Sciences · PKFondazione Roma · ITKhyber Teaching Hospital · PKLiaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences · PKSir Syed University of Engineering and Technology · PKStavropol State Medical University · RUZiauddin University · PK

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This narrative review examines the complex connection between infectious diseases and their neurological effects. It provides a detailed analysis of recent instances and insights derived from various pathogens. As we explore the realm of infectious agents, including viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi, a thorough and diverse analysis reveals the intricacies of neurological problems. The review begins by examining viral infections, specifically focusing on how viruses invade the neurological system and its subsequent effects. Significant instances from recent widespread disease outbreaks function as instructive benchmarks, highlighting the progressing comprehension of these ever-changing interconnections. The article examines the complex pathophysiology of neurological problems caused by bacterial infections. It presents current cases that illustrate the various ways these complications might manifest and the difficulties faced in their therapeutic management. Parasitic and fungal infections, which are typically overlooked, are being carefully examined to emphasize their distinct role in causing neurological complications. The mentioned cases highlight the importance of being thoroughly aware of these less-explored areas ranging from protozoan parasites to opportunistic fungal infections. In addition to the immediate effects caused by infectious agents, the review investigates autoimmune responses activated by infections. It provides a detailed examination of specific instances that shed light on the complex relationship between viral triggers and future neurological problems. This text elaborates on the intricacy of autoimmune-related neurological issues, highlighting the necessity for a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating them. The narrative next redirects its attention to the diagnostic difficulties that arise when interpreting the neurological symptoms of viral disorders. This article provides a thorough examination of existing diagnostic tools, along with an investigation into new technologies that have the potential to improve our capacity to identify and comprehend complex presentations. This debate connects to the following examination of treatment methods, where current cases that showcase successful interventions are carefully examined to extract valuable insights into good clinical management. The discussion focuses on the public health implications of preventive efforts against infectious infections, including their neurological consequences. The story emphasizes the link between infectious diseases and overall societal health, advocating for a proactive strategy to reduce the impact of neurological complications. The abstract concludes by providing a prospective viewpoint, highlighting areas of research that still need to be addressed, and suggesting potential future avenues. This narrative review seeks to provide a comprehensive resource for physicians, researchers, and public health professionals dealing with the complex field of neurological manifestations in infectious diseases. It combines recent examples, synthesizes current information, and offers a holistic perspective.

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bacteriainfectiousneurologicalparasitesvirus

Identifiers

PMID38288186
PMCPMC10823201
OpenAlexW4390396617

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Registered trials

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