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Lightning rounds #35: Brain death updates, with Ariane Lewis and Matthew Kirschen

Critical Care Scenarios

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Navigating Challenges in Brain Death Determination

The chapter explores the complexities of interpreting ancillary tests for brain death, cautioning against the potential confusion they may create among families. It stresses the significance of involving families in the evaluation process to comprehend the gravity and irreversibility of brain death, advocating for a conservative and meticulous approach in decision-making.

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