A new study involving nearly 100 patients with Long Covid revealed that 57% showed abnormalities in PET/MRI scans, while 90% had issues detected via dual-energy CT scans. The study found that about 24% of patients exhibited heart-related issues, indicative of myocarditis. Researchers observed distinct plasma protein profiles in Long Covid patients compared to control subjects, correlating with imaging findings. The presence of myocardial and pericardial involvement may signal potential heart failure risks. The study, published in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine, emphasizes the necessity for further research on cardiopulmonary symptoms linked to Long Covid, although limitations were noted, including a relatively small sample size and potential patient selection bias.
Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:32:28 GMT | diagnosticimaging.com