13-second eye test shines light on recovery after severe brain injury
Researchers have identified a 13-second eye test that predicts consciousness recovery in patients with severe brain injuries. The study highlights the 'late light-off response' as a more effective indicator than current standard ICU pupillometry.
Why it matters
This discovery could significantly improve clinical decision-making and prognosis accuracy for patients in intensive care units.
A simple bedside eye test may help predict recovery of consciousness in patients with severe brain injuries, according to new research presented at the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress 2026. 1
The report is a straightforward summary of medical research findings presented at a professional congress.
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