Footprint of Long-Term Pulmonary Sequelae of Covid 19 on Post Pandemic Pulmonary Status-An Prospective Observational Study

Abstract

The progression to acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) with more severe symptoms, significant hypoxemia, and the need for hospitalization, including respiratory support. Interstitial lung disease is a known long-term pulmonary sequelae of ARDS and reported in over 60%2 of severe acute COVID-19 ARDS survivors. Recovery from post-COVID-19 interstitial lung disease may be seen over months but has also been reported to be persistent and, in a minority, progressive. Individuals with milder presentations may still suffer from longer-term complications including persistent pulmonary inflammation and fibrosis. Objectives: To study the Impact of Long-Term Pulmonary Sequelae of Covid 19 on Post Pandemic Pulmonary Status. Secondary: To compare the Demographic and clinical variables of Long Covid on post-pandemic Pandemic Pulmonary Status. Methodology: A systematically search from the mentioned databases would be done from inception to June 2024. The reference lists of all the included studies and related reviews for potentially eligible studies will be screened. The keywords proposed to be used includes “post-COVID-19syndrome”, “long haulers,” “long hauling,” and “chronic COVID syndrome.” The data collected would be analysed using appropriate statistical methods to determine if there were significant differences between the experimental groups in terms of the outcomes measured. Outcome measurement: systematically search from the many databases would be done. Expected outcomes: Covid 19causes significant difference in the total lung capacity and diffused capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide on Post Pandemic Pulmonary Status. Significance of output from the research project: The findings of the study will be submitted to AIMST University, Malaysia with the intention to implement the study results in public interest and welfare...