Minimalbewusstseinszustand
Minimalbewusstseinszustand, often abbreviated as MCS, is a medical condition characterized by severely altered consciousness. Individuals in this state exhibit minimal signs of awareness. They may open their eyes, follow simple commands inconsistently, or show rudimentary emotional responses, but lack sustained or purposeful interaction with their environment. It is distinct from a vegetative state, where individuals may appear awake but show no signs of conscious awareness. MCS falls on a spectrum between coma and full consciousness.
The diagnosis of MCS relies on careful clinical observation and neurological assessment. Criteria include observable behavioral
The causes of MCS are typically severe brain injury, such as traumatic brain injury, stroke, or anoxic