Can a common steroid fix COVID lung scars?
NCT ID NCT07380152
First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study tested whether the steroid prednisolone can improve lung function, chest scans, and quality of life in people with persistent lung damage after a moderate to severe COVID-19 infection. 100 adults were randomly assigned to take prednisolone or a placebo for one month, then followed for several months. The goal was to see if the drug helps control the lingering lung disease, not to cure it.
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Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto
Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, 14015-010, Brazil
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