Bianchi suffered diffuse axonal injury from crash, remains in critical but stable conditon

Jules Bianch

Marussia F1 team have released a statement on behalf of Jules Bianchi’s family, revealing the extent of injuries the Frenchman sustained in a crash at the Japanese Grand Prix.

The statement revealed that Bianchi suffered from diffuse axonal injury, a common, but unfortunately, one of the most devastating types of traumatic brain injury. According to popular web encyclopedia Wikipedia, “DAI is the result of traumatic shearing forces that occur when the head is rapidly accelerated or decelerated, as may occur in auto accidents, falls, and assaults”.

The official statement, in full can be found before.“This is a very difficult time for our family, but the messages of support and affection for Jules from all over the world have been a source of great comfort to us. We would like to express our sincere appreciation.“Jules remains in the Intensive Care Unit of the Mie General Medical Center in Yokkaichi. He has suffered a diffuse axonal injury and is in a critical but stable condition. The medical professionals at the hospital are providing the very best treatment and care and we are grateful for everything they have done for Jules since his accident.“We are also grateful for the presence of Professor Gerard Saillant, President of the FIA Medical Commission, and Professor Alessandro Frati, Neurosurgeon of the University of Rome La Sapienza, who has travelled to Japan at the request of Scuderia Ferrari. They arrived at the hospital today and met with the medical personnel responsible for Jules’ treatment, in order to be fully informed of his clinical status so that they are able to advise the family. Professors Saillant and Frati acknowledge the excellent care being provided by the Mie General Medical Center and would like to thank their Japanese colleagues.“The hospital will continue to monitor and treat Jules and further medical updates will be provided when appropriate.”