Official: Jules Bianchi, repatriated to France, is no longer in an artificial coma
Jules Bianchi has been repatriated to France, in Nice, for the continuation of his treatment as indicated by his family in a statement. Furthermore, he is no longer in the artificial coma in which he had been placed following his accident at Suzuka.
The parents of Jules Bianchi have released a statement on the health status of Jules Bianchi, who was previously in a Japanese hospital in an artificial coma. However, this is no longer the case.
« Almost seven weeks after Jules’ accident on the Suzuka circuit, and after a period of intensive neurological care, we are able to announce that Jules has made an important step forward, » as stated by the family’s statement.
Things have thus improved for Jules Bianchi even though his condition remains critical: Jules is no longer in the artificial coma he was placed in right after his accident, however, he remains unconscious. He is breathing unassisted and his vital signs are stable, but his condition is still classified as ‘critical’. His treatment now enters a new phase with the improvement of his brain functions.
Bianchi was transferred to the Nice University Hospital, his hometown, for the continuation of his treatment: « Jules’s neurological condition remains stable. However, the situation continues to be serious and could remain so, it was decided that Jules was stable enough to be repatriated to France. We are relieved, therefore, to confirm that Jules was transferred by medical plane last night from Mie General Medical Center in Yokkaichi, Japan, to the Nice University Hospital, where he arrived shortly ago. Jules is now in the intensive care unit of Professors Raucoules and Ichai, where his care will also be monitored by Professor Paquis, head of the neurology department. »
The Frenchman’s family also wished to thank the Mie medical center and the staff who took care of the Marussia driver during his stay at the hospital: « We are grateful that the next phase of Jules’ treatment can continue close to home, where he will be supported by his family and friends. We can only praise the exceptional care provided by the Mie medical center since the accident. We have an enormous debt of gratitude to the medical staff for everything they have done for Jules, and also for our family, during what has been a difficult time for us. In particular, we would like to express our thanks to Doctors Kamei and Yamamichi, and also to Mr. Ogura and all the staff members who took care of Jules in Japan. »
