Neurological Components in Coronavirus Induced Disease: A Review of the Literature Related to SARS, MERS, and COVID-19

<div>Possible mechanisms of brain infection. (a) The SARS-CoV-2 virus infects the nasal epithelium and throat. (b) Through infection of the lower respiratory tracts or enteric system, the viruses could use the homogenous or lymphatic route to reach the brain. (c) Rupture of BBB may cause glial cell infection as well as neuronal infection.</div>

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Figure 2: Neurological Components in Coronavirus Induced Disease: A Review of the Literature Related to SARS, MERS, and COVID-19 