Does post-COVID syndrome lead to reductions in LV function and exercise capacity 1.5 years after infection compared to controls?
Symptomatic post-COVID syndrome is associated with subtle reductions in LV function and exercise capacity 1.5 years post-infection, suggesting a potential need for long-term cardiac follow-up.
This study demonstrates subtle yet consistent reductions in LV function, specifically LV GLS and diastolic function, and exercise capacity in PCS compared to CON. While these changes are within reference ranges, their potential impact on clinical outcomes warrants further investigation. These findings highlight the need for cardiac assessments and long-term follow-up in symptomatic PCS patients.
Schellenberg et al. (Mon,) studied this question.