Table 2 Mode of death
| Hydrocortisone (n = 18) | Placebo (n = 16) | |
|---|---|---|
| Refractory shock | 1 (6) | 1 (6) |
| Sudden cardiac arrest | 2 (11) | 2 (13) |
| Co-morbid disease withdrawal of care | 3 (17) | 1 (6) |
| Primary neurological withdrawal of care | 12 (67) | 11 (69) |
| Other/unknown | 0 (0) | 1 (6) |
