Pre-Pandemic Prevalence of Post COVID-19 Condition Symptoms in Adolescents.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

The emergence of post COVID-19 condition (PCC) within adolescents has been characterised by a wide range of symptoms, raising concerns for young people's health and quality of life. However, many symptoms are non-specific and there is considerable variation in symptom reporting. It is essential to understand how rates of these symptoms compare to the pre-pandemic health of adolescents.

Methods

A systematic search of academic literature and websites, using traditional and automated search systems, was undertaken to identify symptoms described in adolescents aged 10-19 years in the 30 years up to and including 2019. Studies were reviewed and symptom prevalence data extracted.

Results

Twenty-five sources (n = 483 097 participants) met the inclusion criteria, includin

SUBMITTER: Linton J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12336932 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature