My mom aspirated & had to be recessitated. Docs said she was out for 8-15 minutes. (2 different docs each say different times) She has 2 CT scans done and they eacChatDoctore back negative for any bleeding, swelling or a stroke. She s been on a vent for 6 days now. All vital signs are normal. BP is normal. Doctors say she s using the vent at minimal settings. But she is not showing signs of improvement such as foowing basic commands. She has been diagnosed with encepalopathy. What are the chances she will wake up from this?
Hello, I have gone through your question and understand your concern. If your mother experienced cessation of cerebral blood flow, it is very probable that she suffered cerebral ischemia as well. The CT scans should have revealed if such eventuality. Still, MRI is the best exam to rule out any cerebral damage. This can be done once she is out of mechanical ventilation. If there is no cerebral damage I would expect conscience recovery, still no one can tell to what degree. Hope this answers your questions, please feel free for any further questions. Wishing your mother fast recovery