Long-Term Characteristics of Severe COVID-19: Respiratory Function, Functional Capacity, and Quality of Life

Cihangir AÇIK | Ukbe ŞIRAYDER | Büşra KEPENEK VAROL

Recovery from pneumonia takes around 3–6 months in individuals with severe COVID-19. In order to detect the isolated damage caused by COVID-19, the 6-month period must pass after the recoveries. However, to our knowledge, no published study analyzes a comprehensive evaluation of individuals with severe COVID-19 after 6 months. We aimed to evaluate long-term consequences of severe COVID patients by comparing respiratory function, functional capacity, quality of life, fatigue, and balance 6 months after the intensive care unit (ICU) discharge with healthy individuals. Method: 26 post-COVID adult ...Daha fazlası