Jahi McMath case: A comprehensive and updated narrative

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World J Crit Care Med. Sep 9, 2025; 14(3): 107513
Published online Sep 9, 2025. doi: 10.5492/wjccm.v14.i3.107513

Jahi McMath case: A comprehensive and updated narrative

Calixto Machado

Calixto Machado, Department of Clinical Neurophysiology, Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Havana 10400, Cuba

Author contributions: Machado C conceived the original idea for the study, conducted the primary research, performed the data analysis, and wrote the first draft of the manuscript. As the sole and corresponding author, he also coordinated all aspects of the work, managed the revisions, and oversaw the submission and communication process with the journal.

Conflict-of-interest statement: The author reports no conflict of interest.

Corresponding author: Calixto Machado, MD, PhD, Academic Fellow, Clinical Assistant Professor (Honorary), Consultant, Emeritus Professor, Full Professor, Honorary Research Fellow, Lecturer, President, Professor, Professor Emeritus, Senior Scientist, Department of Clinical Neurophysiology, Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery, 29 y D, Vedado, Havana 10400, Cuba. cmachado180652@gmail.com

Received: March 25, 2025
Revised: April 6, 2025
Accepted: May 21, 2025
Published online: September 9, 2025
Processing time: 115 Days and 20.2 Hours

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Core Tip: This study provides groundbreaking insights into the case of Jahi McMath, identifying a novel disorder of consciousness distinct from brain death or a minimally conscious state. The findings highlight the necessity of advanced diagnostics and multidisciplinary collaboration for refining neurological criteria and enhancing patient care in complex cases.