Elaine Esposito (December 3, 1934 - November 26, 1978) of Tarpon Springs, Florida, USA, holds the record for longest coma.

She never stirred after being anaesthetized for an appendectomy on August 6, 1941, when aged 6. She died aged 43 years 357 days, having been in a coma for 37 years 111 days. Elaine was the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Esposito. She experienced states between deep sleep and open-eyed unconsciousness.

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• Guinness Entry