Understanding patient experiences in a COVID-19 follow-up clinic
pATienT ExperieNces wiTh covId fOllow-up Clinic
This study is trying to understand how patients feel about the care they received at a COVID-19 follow-up clinic to see how it can be improved.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Southampton, Hampshire) |
| Trial ID | NCT05799482 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the experiences, expectations, and preferences of patients who have received care at the UHS COVID-19 follow-up clinic. The clinic provides long-term care for individuals who have had COVID-19, including chest X-rays, blood tests, and virtual consultations. By conducting qualitative interviews with patients, the study seeks to gather insights on the impact of post-COVID symptoms and the effectiveness of the follow-up services provided. The findings will help inform improvements in patient care and service delivery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and over who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and have received care at the UHS COVID follow-up clinic.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been treated at the UHS COVID follow-up clinic or those unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the quality of care for patients recovering from COVID-19 by tailoring services to better meet their needs.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on post-COVID care, this specific approach focusing on patient experiences in a follow-up clinic is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 or over * Must have had a diagnosis of COVID-19 infection * Must have been discharged from hospital following admission with Covid-19 infection OR * Must have been referred to by their GP and accepted into the UHS COVID follow-up clinic * Retrospective study arm: must have been receiving care in the UHS COVID follow-up clinic at any stage in the last 12 months * Prospective study arm: must be newly referred to UHS COVID follow-up clinic * Conversational level of English that does not require a translator * Giving written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Less than 18 years old * Not followed up at UHS post discharge from hospital after admission for COVID-19 infection OR * Not accepted into the UHS COVID follow-up clinic * Retrospective study arm: received care in the COVID follow-up clinic more than 12 months prior to enrolment in the study * Unwilling or unable to give informed consent * Unwilling or unable to participate in the interview
Where this trial is running
Southampton, Hampshire
- Judit Varkonyi-Sepp — Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
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.