New Post-Covid Test and App Aim to Improve Diagnosis and Patient Tracking

Researchers in Mainz have developed tools to help doctors identify Post-Covid cases and systematically monitor patient progress.

A test developed by researchers at the University Medical Center Mainz can help general practitioners determine whether symptoms are due to Post-Covid or other conditions.
The test, based on symptom profiles, has a high accuracy rate for positive results but is particularly reliable for ruling out Post-Covid when negative.
An app launching in May will enable patients to document their symptoms weekly, helping doctors track disease progression and evaluate treatment effectiveness more systematically.
Post-Covid symptoms such as chronic fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and respiratory issues remain prevalent, with cases in Rheinland-Pfalz increasing in late 2024.
A digital surveillance system trialed in Rheinland-Pfalz could assist in understanding the impacts of future pandemics on public health and societal well-being.