Types of coma can include: Toxic-metabolic encephalopathy. This is an acute condition of brain dysfunction with symptoms of confusion and/or delirium. The condition is usually reversible. The causes of toxic-metabolic encephalopathy are varied. read more
Medically induced: This type of temporary coma, or deep state of unconsciousness, is used to protect the brain from swelling after an injury. The patient receives a controlled dose of an anesthetic, which causes lack of feeling or awareness. read more
I need to know the different types of comas for something I'm writing, but I can't find anything on it other than the Glasgow Coma Scale which isn't what I need. read more