January 1, 2021EClinicalMedicine630 citationsOpen Access
Medium-term effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection on multiple vital organs, exercise capacity, cognition, quality of life and mental health, post-hospital discharge
This research aims to evaluate the medium-term effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection on various vital organs and overall quality of life.
Conducted a randomized trial assessing multiple health outcomes post-hospital discharge.
Evaluated impact on exercise capacity, cognition, and mental health among survivors of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Significant deterioration in exercise capacity observed post-discharge compared to pre-infection levels.
Cognitive impairments noted, affecting daily functioning and quality of life.
Mental health challenges such as increased anxiety and depression were reported among those infected.
Abstract
NIHR Oxford and Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centres, British Heart Foundation Centre for Research Excellence, UKRI, Wellcome Trust, British Heart Foundation.