Looks like the autopsy supports Terri's husband.http://www.cnn.com/2005/HEALTH/06/15/schiavo.autopsy.ap/index.htmlLARGO, Florida (AP) -- An autopsy on Terri Schiavo backed her husband's contention that she was in a persistent vegetative state, finding that she had massive and irreversible brain damage and was blind, the medical examiner's office said Wednesday. It also found no evidence that she was strangled or otherwise abused.
Home Health Columnist / Guide NRSKarenRN, BSN, RN 11 Articles; 17,842 Posts Specializes in Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion. Has 46 years experience. Jun 15, 2005 Discussion in Current Events area:Schiavo Autopsy: No abuse, Massive irreversible brain damage, half normal size
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