Specialized testing helps differentiate neurological conditions from other conditions with similar symptoms. Data from these tests helps our physicians determine an accurate diagnosis to begin appropriate treatment.
Our neurodiagnostic testing include:
Electroencephalogram or EEG is a test to detect abnormalities in the electrical activity of the brain. Brain cells communicate by producing tiny electrical impulses. In an EEG, electrodes are placed on the scalp over multiple areas of the brain to detect and record patterns of electrical activity and check for abnormalities. An EEG test is used to help diagnose the presence and type of seizure disorders, head injuries, tumors, infections, degenerative diseases, causes of confusion and metabolic disturbances that affect the brain.
Inpatient video-EEG monitoring is used to localize seizure onset in patients undergoing evaluation for epilepsy surgery. It is also used to confirm an epilepsy diagnosis.
Visual evoked potential tests measure the transmission of electrical signals within the brain and spinal cord. It is used to diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS), since MS symptoms are similar to those of other conditions and can also vary considerably across patients.
Intraoperative monitoring involves the testing and interpretation of electrophysiologic measurements of neural function, nerve conduction velocity and electromyography during neurosurgical and spine surgery procedures in order to monitor the integrity of the brain and spinal cord function.
All tests are conducted by qualified and certified staff, and are interpreted by neurologists so that we can provide the most appropriate care for our patients.
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