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Rev Esp Med Quir 2013; 18 (2)

Coma States and Consciousness Disorders: An Analytical Review since a Neurofunctional Approach

García S, Sauri SS, Meza DE, Villagómez AJ

Language: Spanish
References: 10
Page: 142-147
PDF size: 586.72 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Consciousness is a complex neurobiological phenomenon where the individual is interacting with its environment; the several levels of consciousness are a result of the disruption of this interaction which produces different clinical phenomena. This paper reviews the alterations and the levels of consciousness. A literature search was conducted in the databases of Medline, Pubmed, Artemisa and LILACS from 1980 to 2012. The following key words were introduced for literature search: consciousness, levels of consciousness disorders of consciousness. We selected reviews of authorities in the field. In addition, classic texts and classic reports were included.


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