COVID-19 lung damage lingers months later, study reveals

NCT ID NCT04422613

First seen Dec 26, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study followed 73 people who were hospitalized with severe COVID-19 pneumonia to see if their lungs still had problems 4 months later. Researchers focused on how well the lungs exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide. The goal was to better understand these lasting issues so doctors can help patients recover more effectively.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Hospital of Toulouse

    Toulouse, 31000, France

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