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coma

coma Coma is a deep state of unconsciousness in which a person cannot be awakened, linked to markedly reduced brain activity.

Coma is a deep state of unconsciousness in which a person cannot be awakened, linked to markedly reduced brain activity. It generally occurs when both cerebral hemispheres or the brain stem reticular formation are injured or not functioning properly.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Coma” (D003128).
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