Can a 63-Year-Old Wake Up After 43 Days in Coma Post-Cardiac Arrest and Septic Shock?

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Can a 63-year-old wake up after 43 days in a coma following cardiac arrest and septic shock?

In this ICU update, Patrik Hutzel from Intensivecarehotline.com explains why prolonged coma is complex and how ongoing infections, inflammation, and sedation can delay awakening — even when brain scans show minimal damage.

This video covers:
• Key neurological signs that suggest recovery potential
• Why “coma level” labels can be misleading without proper documentation
• How sepsis and high CRP levels suppress consciousness
• Why repeat MRI and EEG are essential after weeks in ICU
• What families should urgently request from the ICU team
• How to approach transfer or repatriation decisions safely

Families often feel pressured to make life-changing decisions without clear information. This video helps you understand what matters medically, what may be missing, and how to advocate for proper assessment.

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