Nō to shinkei = Brain and nerve
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The improved technique of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) resulted in survival of many patients who had experienced cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA). However, when the recovery of brain function is poor, patients suffer from severe neurological sequelae, including persistent vegetative state. There have been no conclusive methods to predict the outcome of anoxic encephalopathy after CPR. ⋯ Reduced amplitude of N20 P25 was consistent with the high score of GOS. N20 P25 was greater than 3.7 microV in all patients who regained consciousness. Recording of cortical SEP within 48 hours after CPR was useful for the prediction of neurological outcome.