The family of a 12-year-old kid with brain damage is battling to keep his life support on because “it’s too soon” to cut it off.
Archie Battersbee, of Southend, Essex, was discovered unconscious in his bedroom by his mother, Hollie Dance, on April 7.
In what Ms. Dance believes was either a “freak accident” or an “internet challenge” gone bad, he was dangling with a cable wrapped around his chin.
Who Is Archie Battersbee?
Archie Battersbee has been in the news and many people are wondering who he really is. Archie Battersbee is a brain-damaged boy who is currently in court over his refusal to turn off life support.
Archie, a keen boxer and gymnast, was transported to Southend University Hospital and subsequently moved to the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel after sustaining brain damage. He has not regained consciousness.
What Is Archie Battersbee Health Condition?
The 12-year-old is now reliant on artificial breathing to keep alive, but doctors believe he is “very likely” brain dead.
Brain death is “very likely,” according to specialists treating the child in Whitechapel, east London, who want surgery to confirm it.
However, Ms. Dance and Archie’s father, Paul Battersbee, have expressed reservations about the physicians’ plans.
On Thursday, a judge from the High Court’s Family Division will decide what steps are in Archie’s best interests.
The 12-year-old is now reliant on artificial breathing to keep alive, but doctors believe he is “very likely” brain dead.
Brain death is “very likely,” according to specialists treating the child in Whitechapel, east London, who want surgery to confirm it.
However, Ms. Dance and Archie’s father, Paul Battersbee, have expressed reservations about the physicians’ plans.
On Thursday, a judge from the High Court’s Family Division will decide what steps are in Archie’s best interests.
