Pediatric long‐COVID: An overlooked phenomenon?

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Authors

Caroline L. H. Brackel · Emma Kinderziekenhuis

Coen R. Lap · Amsterdam University Medical Centers

Emilie P. Buddingh · Leiden University Medical Center

Marlies A. van Houten · Spaarne Ziekenhuis

Linda J. T. M. van der Sande · Radboud University Nijmegen

Eveline J. Langereis · Emma Kinderziekenhuis

Michiel Bannier

Abstract

Our study shows that long-COVID is also present in the pediatric population. The main symptoms resemble those previously described in adults. This novel condition demands a multidisciplinary approach with international awareness and consensus to aid early detection and effective management.

Topics & Keywords

Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 Inflammasome and immune disorders Respiratory Support and Mechanisms

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Partnerships for the goals

Publication Details

Published in: Pediatric Pulmonology

Volume 56, Issue 8, pp. 2495-2502

DOI: 10.1002/ppul.25521

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