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Predictors of post-acute COVID-19 pneumonia recovery status
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  • Ahmed Nafakhi,
  • Ihsan S Rabeea,
  • hussein nafakhi,
  • Rasha Al-Darraji
Ahmed Nafakhi
Iraq Ministry of Health
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Ihsan S Rabeea
university of kufa college of pharmacy
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hussein nafakhi
University of Kufa College of Medicine

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Rasha Al-Darraji
Najaf health directorate/Ministry of health /Iraq

Abstract

Background: Clinical trajectory and potential predictors for post-acute covid-19 are largely unknown. Methods: One hundred fifty one patients with COVID-19 infection and features suggestive of pneumonia were enrolled in the analysis. Results: Mild lung injury and high platelet mean volume(PMV) were predictors for complete recovery. Low Hb at presentation, length of ICU stay, extensive lung injury, old age and shortness of breath at presentation were predictors for persistent shortness of breath, while high Hb, extensive lung injury, and productive cough at presentation were predictors for persistent fatigue. Conclusion: mild lung injury and high PMV were predictors for complete recovery.