Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

International survey on COVID-19 effects

Official title: International Survey of Acute Coronavirus Syndromes (ISACS)-COVID-19

Run by University of Bologna · NCT05188612 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to understand how COVID-19 affects people who were hospitalized by collecting information about their health after they leave the hospital or if they pass away.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Bologna
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Bologna, Bologna and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 1, 2021
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 1, 2026
Trial IDNCT05188612 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who have been hospitalized with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are underage or unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to create a registry to gather data on the impact of COVID-19 on patients who have been hospitalized. It involves collaboration among researchers from the University of Bologna and various Central and Eastern European countries to address knowledge gaps regarding cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the context of COVID-19. The study focuses on patients who have been admitted to healthcare centers with confirmed COVID-19 infections, collecting information on their health outcomes post-discharge or at the time of death. The initiative emphasizes the importance of coordination and information-sharing among researchers to enhance understanding and treatment of COVID-19.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term effects of COVID-19 on cardiovascular health, potentially guiding future treatment and prevention strategies.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in similar observational approaches to understanding the effects of COVID-19, indicating that this methodology is both relevant and necessary.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥18 years (male or female)
* Patients admitted to any hospital center with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 infection.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Underage or not able to give informed consent

Where it's running

  • University of Bologna
    Bologna, Bologna, Italy
    Recruiting
  • IR-Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, UAB
    Barcelona, Spain
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.