Understanding COVID-19 in older patients
ReportAge-COVID Project: Clinical and Biological Predictors of COVID-19 Disease in Older Patients
This study looks at how COVID-19 affects older patients by collecting health information during and after their hospital stay to help improve care for them in the future.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istituto Nazionale di Ricovero e Cura per Anziani Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Ancona and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT04348396 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to gather comprehensive clinical and biological data from older patients diagnosed with COVID-19 during their hospital stay. Researchers will collect information on demographics, socioeconomic status, frailty, functional capacity, and biomarkers at various stages: upon admission, during hospitalization, at discharge, and at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months post-discharge. The goal is to enhance understanding of COVID-19's impact on older adults and inform clinical practices to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are older adults who have been diagnosed with COVID-19.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved clinical practices and better management of COVID-19 in older patients.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited knowledge about COVID-19 in older populations, similar observational studies have provided valuable insights into the disease's impact on various demographics.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * diagnosis of COVID-19 Exclusion Criteria: * no informed consent
Where this trial is running
Ancona and 2 other locations
- IRCCS INRCA Hospital — Ancona, Italy (Recruiting)
- IRCCS INRCA Hospital — Casatenovo, Italy (Recruiting)
- IRCCS INRCA Hospital — Fermo, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Anna Rita Bonfigli, PhD
- Email: a.bonfigli@inrca.it
- Phone: 00390718003719
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.