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Fri Mar-25-05 01:55 PM
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3. I've also seen a couple of coma patients misdiagnosed |
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as persistent vegetative state patients, so it's a tough call for any neurologist in the beginning weeks. It's generally based on the perceived level of tissue damage in the brain.
But you're right, it's not considered permanent until they're at least six months out with no improvement, or more often, a year. Generally speaking, it's confirmed by repeat CT scans showing extensive damage.
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