Conclusion
This case adds to the small but growing body of reports describing young patients suffering cerebrovascular thromboembolic events during COVID-19 infection, including a limited number suffering large-vessel cerebral infarction.[6] As one of the youngest cases reported, and yet with clear evidence of diabetes mellitus, it illustrates a potential link between established vascular risk factors and the cerebrovascular complications of COVID-19 even in young patients. This case should prompt further investigation into the possible mechanisms for cerebrovascular complications of COVID-19 and how these may interact with the atherosclerotic state. This will help risk stratify patients into the optical treatment.
Acknowledgements
We would like to acknowledge the help of Dr Alan Barge with the writing of this case report.
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The datasets during and/or analyzed during the current study are available from the corresponding author on reasonable request.
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Written informed consent was obtained from the patient's next of kin for publication of this case report and any accompanying images. A copy of the written consent is available for review by the Editor-in-Chief of this journal.
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