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Abstract
The longer-term consequences of SARS-CoV-2 infection are uncertain. Consecutive patients hospitalised with COVID-19 were prospectively recruited to this observational study (n=163). At 8-12 weeks postadmission, survivors were invited to a systematic clinical follow-up. Of 131 participants, 110 attended the follow-up clinic. Most (74%) had persistent symptoms (notably breathlessness and excessive fatigue) and limitations in reported physical ability. However, clinically significant abnormalities in chest radiograph, exercise tests, blood tests and spirometry were less frequent (35%), especially in patients not requiring supplementary oxygen during their acute infection (7%). Results suggest that a holistic approach focusing on rehabilitation and general well-being is paramount.
Original language | English |
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Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Thorax |
Early online date | 3 Dec 2020 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | E-pub ahead of print - 3 Dec 2020 |
Research Groups and Themes
- Covid19
- Academic Respiratory Unit
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An integrated epidemiological approach to understanding the relationship between lung health and multi-morbidity
Dodd, J. (Principal Investigator)
1/11/19 → 31/10/22
Project: Research