Yes, Natasha Richardson was on life support after suffering a severe head injury following a skiing accident, and it was subsequently removed.
The tragic incident occurred on March 16, 2009, when Natasha Richardson sustained a head bump during what was intended to be a fun day on the slopes. While the fall initially seemed minor, her condition rapidly deteriorated, leading to critical medical intervention.
The Nature of Her Injury
Upon being hospitalized, medical examinations confirmed that Richardson had developed an epidural hematoma. This is a very serious condition where blood collects between the brain and the inner surface of the skull. Such a collection of blood can put immense pressure on the brain, leading to severe damage and, without immediate intervention, can be fatal.
Placement and Removal of Life Support
Due to the irreversible nature and severity of the brain injury caused by the epidural hematoma, Natasha Richardson was placed on life support. This measure was taken to sustain her vital bodily functions after the catastrophic injury.
On March 18, 2009, two days after her accident, Natasha Richardson was removed from life support while surrounded by her loved ones. The autopsy later confirmed that the epidural hematoma, resulting from the initial head impact, was the cause of her death.
This devastating event underscored the critical importance of immediate medical evaluation for any head injury, no matter how seemingly insignificant it may appear initially.
