Current Topics in Post-COVID Syndromes

Abstract

Following the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the medical and scientific community is now confronting a new and complex challenge: the long-term consequences of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Known collectively as post-COVID syndromes or Long COVID, these conditions affect millions worldwide, with a hefty burden in low- and middle-income countries. These syndromes are characterized by a wide range of persistent symptoms, including fatigue, dyspnea, neurocognitive dysfunction, and cardiovascular complications, and demand sustained attention, research, and clinical innovation. Current Topics in Post-COVID Syndromes offers a comprehensive and timely examination of this emerging public health concern. Drawing on recent advances in pathophysiology, diagnostics, therapeutics, and rehabilitation, this book highlights the multifactorial nature of post-COVID syndromes and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to their management. It also explores the intersection of these conditions with socioeconomic disparities and the resilience of health systems. As the world transitions into a post-pandemic phase, understanding and addressing the long-term effects of COVID-19 is essential to achieving full recovery and preparing for future pandemics. This volume is a vital resource for clinicians, researchers, public health professionals, and policymakers.