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The unconscious child

G D Maragos

    Paediatrician
    |January 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Coma in children requires understanding its causes, diagnosis, and treatment. This article covers emergency care, including cardiac arrest, and addresses ethical issues with life support.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Neurology
    • Critical Care Medicine

    Background:

    • Coma in children presents a significant clinical challenge.
    • Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial for patient outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide a comprehensive overview of pediatric coma.
    • To discuss etiological factors, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic strategies.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of probable etiological factors.
    • Discussion of physical examination and laboratory diagnosis.
    • Outline of therapeutic management, including emergency treatment.

    Main Results:

    • Etiological factors, diagnostic methods, and treatment options for pediatric coma are detailed.
  • Emphasis on emergency management of cardiac arrest in comatose children.
  • Consideration of medicolegal aspects of mechanical life support.

    • Conclusions:

    • Effective management of pediatric coma involves a systematic approach to diagnosis and treatment.
    • Addressing emergency situations like cardiac arrest is paramount.
    • Medicolegal considerations are important in end-of-life care decisions.