Locked-in Syndrome has been in the news recently surrounding Tony Nicklinson (a 7 year suffer from the condition) so I thought I would write briefly about it this week.
It is a condition in which the patient is unable to speak, is completely paralysed (except for eye movements) but remains conscious and usually results from a very serious brain hemorrhage. A famous suffer who you may have heard of is Jean-Dominique Bauby who wrote an entire book entitled The Diving Bell and the Butterfly in 10 months (4 hours/day), only using his left eyelid whilst suffering from locked-in syndrome.
This week a judge ruled that Tony Nicklinson's desire for a doctor to be able to lawfully end his life is a case which will go to a full hearing in court where medical evidence can be heard. (This also relates to my previous article on Euthanasia and assisted suicide.) I won't regurgitate the article but if you wish to read more about this interesting case click here
Following this story there was a locked-in syndrome "recoverer" on BBC breakfast this morning who describes her experiences amongst other things which is also very interesting! Click here for the video
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