Locked-In Syndrome
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Locked-In Syndrome
Complete paralysis of all voluntary muscles except for the ones that control the movements of the eyes
Cognitive functions (is, is not) usually affected
Is not
Pons
Part of the brainstem that contains nerve fibers that relay information to other areas of the brain
Locked-In Syndrome is caused by damage to the
Pons
How are patient's with Locked-In Syndrome usually able to communicate?
Through eye movements
Individuals are conscious and awake but (able, unable) to produce movements
Unable
