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Cardiovascular sequelae in symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection survivors
Grzegorz Skonieczny1, Marta Skowrońska2, Agnieszka Dolacińska3
1Cardiology Department and Intensive Cardiac Unit, Provincial Polyclinical Hospital, Torun, Poland.
COVID-19 infection can cause lasting cardiovascular issues, particularly in severe cases. Follow-up assessments reveal persistent symptoms and subtle heart abnormalities, highlighting the need for structured cardiac care post-infection.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- SARS-CoV-2 infection is linked to myocardial and endothelial damage.
- Characterizing cardiovascular sequelae after symptomatic COVID-19 is crucial for patient management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate post-COVID cardiovascular symptoms in outpatients.
- To identify long-term abnormalities in patients with severe COVID-19.
Main Methods:
- Observational, cross-sectional study of 914 outpatients post-COVID-19.
- Analysis based on initial COVID-19 severity (hospitalization, mechanical ventilation).
- Follow-up included echocardiography and exercise treadmill testing.
Main Results:
- Most patients (96.5%) reported persistent symptoms like dyspnea, chest pain, or fatigue.
- Hospitalized patients showed altered pulmonary acceleration time and tricuspid regurgitation pressure gradient.
- Reduced exercise tolerance was noted in more severe COVID-19 cases compared to milder ones.
Conclusions:
- COVID-19 severity correlates with cardiovascular alterations at follow-up.
- Exercise treadmill testing and echocardiography aid in identifying patients needing cardiac care.
- Structured cardiovascular follow-up is beneficial for post-COVID-19 patients.
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