A 60-year-old with a large subarachnoid hemorrhage due to
ruptured cerebral aneurysm, had no spontaneous movement since the time of
admission and for the subsequent week. He was kept intubated.
Which of the following is most appropriate to diagnose brain death in this case?
a- Apnea testing
b- Presence of fixed and dilated pupils
c- MRI of the brain
d- Cerebral angiography
e- Absence of cranial nerve reflexes
Check the answer below
Answer: a
The most important signs of brain death are:
1- Absence of
response to all external stimuli.
2- Lack of
oculovestibular and corneal reflexes.
3-
Apnea.
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