Understanding how chronic lung disease affects COVID-19 recovery and rehabilitation needs.
Chronic Lung Disease and COVID-19: Understanding Severity, Recovery and Rehabilitation Needs (LAUREL Study)
This study is looking at how COVID-19 affects people with chronic lung disease, like COPD, over time, and it wants to find out how other health issues and life circumstances impact their recovery, so we can better support them in getting back to their best health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Puget Sound Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11002637 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of COVID-19 on patients with chronic lung disease, particularly chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It aims to understand how factors like other health conditions and social determinants influence recovery trajectories in COVID-19 survivors. The study will assess the functional outcomes of these patients, recognizing that even those with mild cases may face significant rehabilitation needs. By identifying barriers to recovery and rehabilitation, the research seeks to improve care for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with chronic lung disease who have experienced COVID-19, regardless of the severity of their illness.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had COVID-19 or do not have chronic lung disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better rehabilitation strategies and support for patients recovering from COVID-19, especially those with chronic lung disease.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into the effects of COVID-19, this specific focus on chronic lung disease and its rehabilitation needs is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- VA Puget Sound Healthcare System — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crothers, Kristina Anne — VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Crothers, Kristina Anne
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.