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Sixty Day Continuous Use of Subdermal Wire Electrodes for EEG Monitoring During Treatment of Status Epilepticus

Authors: Gabriel U. Martz, Christina Hucek, Mark Quigg

Published in: Neurocritical Care | Issue 2/2009

Abstract

Introduction

Use of continuous EEG in the ICU setting is increasing. The EEG electrode continues to be a weak link in the chain from recording to interpretation. The technical difficulties of maintaining artifact-free, low impedance data collection are magnified by the ICU environment and prolonged duration of monitoring often required for these patients.

Case

We describe a case demonstrating the longest reported continuous use of subdermal wire electrodes.

Discussion

Subdermal wire electrodes offer a safe method to overcome technical challenges while maintaining high-recording quality. Their advantages and disadvantages are considered in specific circumstances and in comparison to other electrode types.

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Title: Sixty Day Continuous Use of Subdermal Wire Electrodes for EEG Monitoring During Treatment of Status Epilepticus
Authors: Gabriel U. Martz
Christina Hucek
Mark Quigg
Publication date: 01-10-2009
Publisher: Humana Press Inc
Published in: Neurocritical Care / Issue 2/2009
Print ISSN: 1541-6933
Electronic ISSN: 1556-0961
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12028-009-9215-y

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Sixty Day Continuous Use of Subdermal Wire Electrodes for EEG Monitoring During Treatment of Status Epilepticus

Abstract

Introduction

Case

Discussion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Introduction

Case

Discussion

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