Qualidade de vida em indivíduos pós-infecção pelo SARS-CoV-2

Abstract

Post-COVID-19 condition is an emerging challenge to public health, characterized by persistent clinical manifestations that compromisse the functionality, autonomy, and quality of life. In Brazil, comprehensive studies on this topic remain scarce, especially in regional contexts. This study aimed to assess the quality of life of individuals affected by the condition, identifying the main factors associated with functional, physical, cognitive, and emotional decline. This is an observational, cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach, conducted at the Post-COVID Treatment Center in Feira de Santana, Bahia, Brazil. A total of 87 adult participants were included, all presenting persistent symptoms for at least 12 weeks after acute SARS-CoV-2 infection. Sociodemographic, clinical, and behavioral data were collected via the Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) system and complemented by the administration of the EQ5D-3L, Fatigue Assessment Scale (FAS), and Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS21). The results showed a high prevalence of fatigue (59% frequent or constant), impairment of usual activities (36%), moderate to severe pain (79%), and symptoms of anxiety and depression at mild to moderate levels. Physical, neuropsychological, and functional domains were predominantly affected, directly impacting perceived quality of life. It is concluded that the post-COVID-19 condition is a multisystemic disorder, requiring integrated clinical approaches, with the Primary Health Care system and Health Care Networks (RAS) playing a central role in supporting rehabilitation and functional recovery of the affected population.