Autopsy study aims to uncover secrets of long COVID
NCT ID NCT05292274
First seen Jun 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study examines tissue from people who died after a COVID-19 infection to understand why some develop Long COVID. Researchers will look for signs of inflammation, scarring, blood clots, and tissue death in the body. The goal is to learn more about the long-term effects of the virus.
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NYU Langone Health
New York, New York, 10016, United States
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal why some people develop Long COVID after a coronavirus infection.
What could go wrong
This is an observational autopsy study, not a treatment trial. It cannot test therapies or predict individual outcomes.
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