![]() ![]() ![]() Infections at the time of stroke may also increase immune dysregulation after the stroke, further exacerbating the risk of cognitive decline. Apart from their short-term effects, emerging evidence suggests that post-stroke immune changes may also adversely affect long-term cognitive outcomes in stroke patients, increasing the risk of post-stroke neurodegeneration and dementia. While infection can lead to stroke, stroke also induces immune suppression which increases risk of infection. The association of infection and stroke is also bidirectional. This association is not a new concept, as several infections have long been recognized to contribute to stroke risk. Understanding the relationship between infection and stroke has taken on new urgency in the era of the coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic. ![]()
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