The epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) plays a very important role in the diagnosis and treatment of epileptic seizures. The EMU room is designed for long-term monitoring with the ability to record multiple video streams providing the clinician with synchronised EEG and visual patient information of seizure activity. Direct cortical stimulation allows for the accurate placement of stimulation electrodes and/or other surgical interventions.
The sleep lab performs polysomnography (PSG) studies to diagnose sleep disorders by monitoring electroencephalography (EEG), oxygen saturation, heart rate and breathing during sleep. A PSG study may also include the monitoring of eye and limb movements by electromyography (EMG). Infra-red technology allows for the recording of multiple video streams, providing the clinician with synchronised EEG and visual patient information.
