Residual Symptoms After Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) in Lithuanian Population

Residual Symptoms in Patients With a History of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) and Their Impact on Biopsychosocial Functions (Post-Covid Syndrome)

The aim of the study is to describe the post-covid-19 syndrome in Lithuanian population regarding the remaining symptoms and their impact on physical functioning, work ability and needs of rehabilitation.

Participants with suspected and confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection will complete an anonymous online questionnaire for post-covid syndrome, i.e. symptoms lasting longer than 28 days after post-covid-19 syndrome. The online survey is developed to assess the health state before infection and residual symptoms lasting longer than acute COVID-19 infection, influencing the functional activity and work ability. The needs of rehabilitation will also be assessed.

Inclusion Criteria:

• older than 18 years age patients;
• a history of COVID-19 infection that was and was not positive for SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic or antibody testing
• the duration of remaining symptoms is longer than 28 days
• ability to fulfil internet-based questionnaire

Exclusion Criteria:

• ongoing covid-19 infection
• other comorbidities requiring treatment or rehabilitation