brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders
Vegetative State
Causes of Vegetative State
A vegetative state occurs when the Cerebrum (the largest part of the brain) is severely damaged (making mental function impossible), but the reticular activating system is still functional (making wakefulness possible). The Most commonly, a vegetative state is caused by severe brain damage due to A Overview of Head Injuries None A disorder that deprives the brain of oxygen, such as Cardiac Arrest and CPR or respiratory arrest However, any disorder that severely damages the brain such as bleeding ( Intracerebral Hemorrhage ) in the brain or a 