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Brain death: a clinical overview

Journal of Intensive Care, ISSN: 2052-0492, Vol: 10, Issue: 1, Page: 16
2022
  • 28
    Citations
  • 0
    Usage
  • 160
    Captures
  • 2
    Mentions
  • 28
    Social Media
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  • Citations
    28
  • Captures
    160
  • Mentions
    2
    • References
      2
      • Wikipedia
        2
  • Social Media
    28
    • Shares, Likes & Comments
      28
      • Facebook
        28

Review Description

Brain death, also commonly referred to as death by neurologic criteria, has been considered a legal definition of death for decades. Its determination involves many considerations and subtleties. In this review, we discuss the philosophy and history of brain death, its clinical determination, and special considerations. We discuss performance of the main clinical components of the brain death exam: assessment of coma, cranial nerves, motor testing, and apnea testing. We also discuss common ancillary tests, including advantages and pitfalls. Special discussion is given to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, target temperature management, and determination of brain death in pediatric populations. Lastly, we discuss existing controversies and future directions in the field.

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