Publications by authors named "Coen R Lap"
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to investigate the prevalence of Pediatric Post-COVID-19 Condition (PPCC), identify associated risk factors, and evaluate the quality of life in children based on the severity of their acute COVID-19 illness.
- A total of 579 children participated, with 260 experiencing mild COVID-19, 60 with severe disease, and 259 as a control group; results indicated that those with severe COVID-19 had a significantly higher prevalence of PPCC compared to mild cases and controls.
- Findings showed that while prevalence of PPCC decreased over time, children exhibiting PPCC had worse physical health-related quality of life and fatigue, with risk factors including prior health issues, hospitalizations, and ongoing fatigue one month post-infection.
Article Synopsis
- Pediatric post coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) condition (PPCC) is a complex syndrome affecting children's daily lives, and this study aimed to uncover specific phenotypes to improve understanding and treatment.
- Researchers analyzed data from 111 children aged 3-18 with diagnosed PPCC, identifying three distinct clusters based on symptoms and demographics.
- The study found variations in age, sex, symptom patterns, and daily life impact among the clusters, emphasizing the need for further research into the diverse causes of post-COVID symptoms in children.
Background: Long-COVID is a well-documented multisystem disease in adults. Far less is known about long-term sequelae of COVID in children. Here, we report on the occurrence of long-COVID in Dutch children.
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