Abstract
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by the continuously evolving novel Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2), has been a global health concern since the start of pandemic. Apart from other COVID-19 associated complications, emerging studies have suggested autoimmune manifestations following SARS-CoV-2. Additionally, autoantibodies have been detected in COVID-19 patients. COVID-19 can lead to autoimmune manifestations, through various mechanisms such as molecular mimicry, bystander activation, cytokine storm, generation of autoantibodies, and genetic susceptibility. Several autoimmune diseases like Guillain-Barre syndrome, immune thrombocytopenic purpura, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, autoimmune thyroid diseases, Kawasaki disease, and Alopecia areata have been linked with COVID-19. Additionally, autoimmune diseases have been linked with the increased risk of severe illness and mortality after SARS-CoV-2 infection. Therefore, understanding the pathophysiology of COVID-19 associated autoimmunity can aid in management and treatment of COVID-19.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Role of Microorganisms in Pathogenesis and Management of Autoimmune Diseases |
Subtitle of host publication | Volume II: Kidney, Central Nervous System, Eye, Blood, Blood Vessels and Bowel |
Publisher | Springer Nature |
Pages | 57-84 |
Number of pages | 28 |
Volume | 2 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9789811948008 |
ISBN (Print) | 9789811947995 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 2023 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Autoimmune diseases
- Autoimmunity
- COVID-19
- Coronavirus
- SARS-CoV-2