Evaluating long-term outcomes in COVID-19 pneumonia survivors

Multiparametric Evaluation of One-year Outcomes in Survivors of the Severe COVID-19 Pneumonia After Intensive Care Unit

Observational Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice · NCT04401111

This study looks at the long-term health and well-being of people who were in intensive care for severe COVID-19 pneumonia to see how they recover over time.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment150 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nice)
Trial IDNCT04401111 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the long-term physical and psychological effects on patients who were hospitalized in intensive care for severe COVID-19 pneumonia. It will evaluate respiratory sequelae and quality of life at multiple time points: 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, and 5 years post-ICU stay. The study will be conducted at the consultation department of the Nice CHU, focusing on patients who experienced acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to SARS-CoV-2. By gathering this data, the study seeks to provide insights into the recovery process and ongoing challenges faced by these patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients who were hospitalized in the ICU for ARDS related to COVID-19 and have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2.

Not a fit: Patients who were not hospitalized in the ICU for COVID-19 or those with negative SARS-CoV-2 tests will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve understanding of the long-term impacts of severe COVID-19, leading to better care strategies for survivors.

How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on long-term outcomes specifically for COVID-19 pneumonia survivors, similar studies on ARDS patients have shown the importance of understanding post-ICU sequelae.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients hospitalized in ICU for an ARDS table
* PCR SARSCoV-2 nasopharyngeal or positive pulmonary samples

Where this trial is running

Nice

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions COVIDARDSQuality of LifeLong term prognosisSix-minute walk testRestrictive syndrom
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.