Michael Schumacher in Coma after Brain Surgery

[GradyPhilpott]

Michael Schumacher took a fall while skiing earlier today. The first reports were that he was conscious and his injuries were not life-threatening.

Now, the reports are that his condition has worsened, he is now in a coma, and his his life is at risk.

http://news.yahoo.com/former-f1-cham...43232--f1.html

Michael Schumacher in critical condition after skiing accident

Schumacher in Coma After Brain Surgery

Schumacher in a coma after ski accident

[Vivalas]

It's very sad, my thoughts are with him and his family.

He is the greatest racing driver of all time.

[joeychitwood]

If Schumacher sustained an epidural hematoma (bleeding between the skull and brain lining) it would be very typical to be initially conscious and lucid. Once pressure builds up, coma and brain damage or death can ensue. The emergency treatment is to drill holes in the skull over the blood clot to release the pressure. Epidural hematoma is one of the most frightening injuries that emergency personnel deal with. Unrecognized, it is frequently fatal. Even when burr holes are immediately drilled, recovery is not guaranteed.

If the bleeding is in the brain tissue itself, survival depends on location, size, time until surgery and other factors.

[texex91]

Very sad indeed. Best wishes and prayers for him.

[GradyPhilpott]

The unsettling thing at this time is that I have already seen one retrospective of Schumacher's life and on one CNN report the reporter kept referring to Schumacher in the past tense, even though by all accounts is still with us.

I wish they wouldn't do that.

Michael has been one of my favorite athletes since I discovered F1 on the Speed Channel some years back.

These kinds of events cause me great concern.

[toph]

A real shame. A truly outstanding sportsman and all round good guy.

[mtrunner]

Very sad news. I really hope he can recover.

[MCHI09]

Thoughts are with him and his family for a full and rapid recovery, Love skiing so much, but every year brings new reminders on how dangerous it is...


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[77T]

So sorry to hear that news and hope the medical staff will succeed.

[Marcela]

Originally Posted by joeychitwood

If Schumacher sustained an epidural hematoma (bleeding between the skull and brain lining) it would be very typical to be initially conscious and lucid. Once pressure builds up, coma and brain damage or death can ensue. The emergency treatment is to drill holes in the skull over the blood clot to release the pressure. Epidural hematoma is one of the most frightening injuries that emergency personnel deal with. Unrecognized, it is frequently fatal. Even when burr holes are immediately drilled, recovery is not guaranteed.

If the bleeding is in the brain tissue itself, survival depends on location, size, time until surgery and other factors.

Excellently explained. This is incredibly complex injury with many variables, but all appropriate steps have been taken , and in timely fashion, so let us hope that the outcome will be good, although it can not be guaranteed.
Very tragic.

[masterserg]

I feel sick to my stomach. I hope he recovers.

[Lucky777]

Awful. Just terrible. A hell of an athlete, and all around wonderful man. Keeping him and his family in our prayers...

[accce]

Sad news I hope he gets better.

[rodrob59]

Very sad news. Best wishes and prayers for Michael and his family.

[Lisa]

Originally Posted by joeychitwood

If Schumacher sustained an epidural hematoma (bleeding between the skull and brain lining) it would be very typical to be initially conscious and lucid. Once pressure builds up, coma and brain damage or death can ensue. The emergency treatment is to drill holes in the skull over the blood clot to release the pressure. Epidural hematoma is one of the most frightening injuries that emergency personnel deal with. Unrecognized, it is frequently fatal. Even when burr holes are immediately drilled, recovery is not guaranteed.

If the bleeding is in the brain tissue itself, survival depends on location, size, time until surgery and other factors.

Yes. Dad died from a subdural hematoma. He fell and hit his head on the tile entryway of his home the night before, had a normal day (driving around, running errands) until after dinnertime, when he complained of a bad headache. He was brain dead by 11pm.

[jcd]

Originally Posted by joeychitwood

If Schumacher sustained an epidural hematoma (bleeding between the skull and brain lining) it would be very typical to be initially conscious and lucid. Once pressure builds up, coma and brain damage or death can ensue. The emergency treatment is to drill holes in the skull over the blood clot to release the pressure. Epidural hematoma is one of the most frightening injuries that emergency personnel deal with. Unrecognized, it is frequently fatal. Even when burr holes are immediately drilled, recovery is not guaranteed.

If the bleeding is in the brain tissue itself, survival depends on location, size, time until surgery and other factors.

Thanks for the explanation.

Originally Posted by Lisa

Yes. Dad died from a subdural hematoma. He fell and hit his head on the tile entryway of his home the night before, had a normal day (driving around, running errands) until after dinnertime, when he complained of a bad headache. He was brain dead by 11pm.

Yikes! That's so sad and pretty scary how sudden it can be.

I'm normally not one of these folks that is fascinated by celebrities/athletes, but I spent a good share of my life watching this man drive the crap out of F1 cars. So this is kind of a sad deal to me.

[anilzat]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

The unsettling thing at this time is that I have already seen one retrospective of Schumacher's life and on one CNN report the reporter kept referring to Schumacher in the past tense, even though by all accounts is still with us.

I wish they wouldn't do that.

Michael has been one of my favorite athletes since I discovered F1 on the Speed Channel some years back.

These kinds of events cause me great concern.

I never trust anything the news has to say, I Always get several independent sources for corroboration.

[Wacker23]

Wow i was just looking at video from him on top gear

[Brenngun]

For his family's sake I hope for a good result. An unfortunate occasional result of risk taking. One of the best F1 drivers of his time. Rain virtually guaranteed him another win. I've never seen a better wet conditions driver ever.

[nick c]

Wow very sad news hope he will got better

[FeelingTheBlues]

I heard about his accident but am just learning about his coma, it's really sad and I hope he recovers quickly.

[Hairdude1]

So sad, I praying he gets better

[yachty 1]

devastated

[TswaneNguni]

Very sad news.

[DCgator]

Prayers to Mr. Schumacher and his family.

[Laszlo]

That's truly heartbreaking. I'm a big fan. We were just talking about helmets while skiing. If he parishes I hope he goes to F1 heaven with Senna. Two of the greatest F1 drivers... ever.

[GradyPhilpott]

The next official update Schumacher's condition will be a 1000GMT, which is about five hours from now.

His wife and children are at his side.

Thoughts and prayers.

http://news.yahoo.com/schumacher-39-...4430--ski.html

[TAKUYA]

Very Sad News. Praying for him to get better

[teqp]

Hope all the best for him and he pulls through.

[Chewbacca]

tragic.