A Rare Case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 Encephalitis Mimicking Creutzfeldt–Jacob Disease in an Immunocompromised Patient: A Case Report

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) encephalitis is characterized by viral entry into the brain, resulting in inflammation and a cascade of neuronal damage. Clinical manifestations include headaches, seizures, and movement disorders. A mortality rate of 20% and infrequent presentation make COVID-19 encephalitis a diagnostic challenge.