Long-term Chikungunya sequelae and quality of life 2.5 years post-acute disease in a prospective cohort in Curacao.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Little is known about the persistence and impact of non-rheumatic symptoms after acute chikungunya disease. We have studied the clinical presentation and long-term impact of rheumatic and non-rheumatic symptoms on health related quality of life (QoL) 2.5 years after disease onset. Additionally, the validity of the Curaçao Long-Term Chikungunya Sequelae (CLTCS) score in classifying disease severity over time was evaluated.

Methodology/principal findings

This prospective cohort study followed 248 chikungunya patients. Symptoms and SF-36 QoL were evaluated during baseline and follow-up at 2.5 years using questionnaires. Chikungunya disease status was classified using the CLTCS-score. At 2.5 years after disease onset patients were classified as being recovered (43%),

SUBMITTER: Doran C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8887759 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature