Coma in children is an overwhelming process. The article discusses the probable etiological factors that may lead to coma condition, the physical examination, laboratory diagnosis and therapeutic management of the unconscious patient. Emphasis is being given to the emergency treatment of associated cardiac arrest and reference to the medicolegal problem arising from the prolonged use and discontinuance of mechanical life-supporting devices.
儿童昏迷是一个严重的过程。本文讨论了可能导致昏迷状态的潜在病因、体格检查、实验室诊断以及对昏迷患者的治疗管理。重点关注相关心脏骤停的紧急治疗，以及提及因长期使用和停用机械生命支持设备而产生的法医学问题。
