Confirmatory tests in brain death determination: a critical role in posterior fossa lesions

The determination of brain death or death by neurological criteria (BD/DNC) typically relies on clinical assessment: coma, absence of brainstem reflexes, and apnea. However, in cases with primary posterior fossa lesions, clinical criteria alone may be insufficient. Unlike supratentorial injuries, th...

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Main Author:	Calixto Machado
Format:	Artigo
Language:	Inglês
Published:	Permanyer 2026-07-01
Series:	Revista Mexicana de Neurociencia
Subjects:	Confirmatory tests. Tests. Brain death/death by neurological criteria. Brainstem. Posterior fossa lesions.
Online Access:	https://www.revmexneurociencia.com/frame_eng.php?id=308
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