Diagnostic
Services
An
EEG (electroencephalogram) is a non-invasive, totally painless
test that detects and records electrical impulses in the
brain (brain waves) produced by billions of nerve cells.
It provides vital information about the health and function
of the brain. During an EEG, electrodes are attached to
the patient’s scalp to record brain waves.
When
is an EEG indicated?
•
seizure disorders, especially epilepsy
• strokes
• head injuries
• brain tumors
• liver and kidney disease
• infection of the nervous system
• learning disorders
• headaches
• dizziness
• weakness
• blackout spells
• amnesia
• staring episodes
• sleep disturbances
• to confirm brain death
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