Medical Xpress February 28, 2025
A French nationwide study has revealed that survivors of COVID-19 hospitalization face an increased risk of death or organ-related disorders for up to two-and-a-half years after discharge.
Published today in Infectious Diseases, the study of nearly 64,000 French residents provides valuable insights into the long-term health effects of COVID-19 and emphasizes the need for continued health care and monitoring for people who have been hospitalized with SARS-CoV-2 infection.
“These findings are a stark reminder of the far-reaching impact of COVID-19, which extends far beyond the initial infection,” says lead author Dr. Sarah Tubiana, who specializes in infectious diseases, at the Clinical Investigation Center at Bichat Hospital (Paris).
“While much attention has been given to the immediate dangers of the virus,...
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