COVID-19 ICU survivors may face unique long-term disabilities, study suggests
NCT ID NCT04360538
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study follows 500 ICU patients to compare long-term mental and physical health between those with and without COVID-19. Researchers use surveys and tests to measure quality of life, thinking skills, and emotional well-being. The goal is to identify specific problems caused by COVID-19 to improve future care.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could reveal specific long-term disabilities in COVID-19 survivors, guiding better rehabilitation strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all COVID-19 patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
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