How often is the diagnosis of the permanent vegetative state incorrect? A review of the evidence

ConclusionsSignificant misdiagnosis of awareness, with an apparently ‘vegetative’ patient having good awareness, is rare. Careful neurological assessment of the cause and routine measurement of awareness using the Coma Recovery Scale‐ Revised should further reduce mistakes.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: European Journal of Neurology - January 1, 2018 Category: Neurology Authors: Derick T Wade Tags: Reviews Source Type: research