Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Longterm effects of COVID-19 on health and quality of life

Official title: COVIDOM: Longterm Morbidity of SARS-CoV-2 Infection and COVID-19 Disease - Consequences for Health Status and Quality of Life (NAPKON-POP)

Run by University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein · NCT04679584 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see how COVID-19 affects people's health and quality of life in the long run after they've been infected with the virus.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital Schleswig-Holstein
Academic / other
Locations3 sites (Würzburg, Bavaria and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 16, 2020
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2021
Study endsDecember 31, 2030
Registry record updatedDecember 22, 2020
Trial IDNCT04679584 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 had a PCR-confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection and reside in the targeted geographic areas.

Probably not a fit

Patients currently experiencing acute SARS-CoV-2 infection or reinfection 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 assess the longterm morbidity associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection and COVID-19 disease. It will involve a population-representative sample of individuals who have been infected with the virus, examining various organ systems to identify potential longterm health impacts. Participants will undergo detailed clinical and biochemical evaluations to understand the prevalence and consequences of these sequels on health status and quality of life. The study will also explore how behavioral changes due to the pandemic may affect overall well-being.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the longterm health effects of COVID-19, leading to better management and treatment strategies for affected individuals.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have indicated potential longterm effects of COVID-19, but this study aims to provide a comprehensive population-level assessment, making it a significant contribution to the field.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* PCR-confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection
* living in one of the target areas
* age at least 18 years
* written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Acute SARS-CoV-2 infection or reinfection

Where it's running

  • University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel
    Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
    Recruiting
  • University Hospital Wuerzburg
    Würzburg, Bavaria, Germany
    Not yet recruiting
  • University Hospital Charité Berlin
    Berlin, Germany
    Not yet 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.