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Fifteen-minute consultation: Managing post-COVID-19 syndrome (long COVID) in children and young people
Abstract
Post-COVID-19 syndrome is a new condition that can have a major impact on the physical and mental well-being of children and young people, affecting their ability to access activities including education. Paediatricians and general practitioners need to be able to assess and manage patients with this condition; making the diagnosis, excluding serious pathology, managing comorbidities and accessing appropriate management are crucial. This 15 minute consultation presents an approach to history taking, examination, investigations, management principles and referrals.
- Infectious Disease Medicine
- Paediatrics
- Covid-19