EEG

The objective of procuring this machine was to assess epilepsy in psychiatric patients. Since several forms of epilepsy have behavioural disturbances as symptoms rather than a typical seizures-like picture. The patients who were in need of this had to be frequently shifted to an outside testing centre, as we lacked the machine. But several of these hurdles were removed after its purchase.

EEG (Electroencephalogram) is the study of electric waves produced in the brain, which can be used to assess the level of its functioning. It is akin to ECG in cardiology, where the electric waves produced by cardiac cells are used to measure the functioning of the heart. Abnormal functioning neurons (brain cells) can cause symptoms that can mimic psychiatric disorders. The EEG machine in the hospital premises has 24 channels lead, for assessing the level of functioning of neurons and to locate the area of disturbance. The tests last for 30 minutes to 45 minutes based on the level of assessment as requested by the consultant/referring doctor.

The common indications for EEG study:-

1. Epilepsy.
2. Sleep disorders.
3. Sudden behavioural disturbances for which CT/MRI brain plain is inconclusive.
4. To rule out pseudoseizures.

The EEG machine is kept in functioning and pristine condition with the aid of an experienced technician. These EEGs are reported by the senior neuro physician, Dr Ajaykumar Dhage, a highly enthusiastic man who is always eager to attend our calls whenever we have an opinion to ask for.

Over the period of 6 months Suman hospital has conducted on an average 10 EEGs every day and has performed above 1500 in a period of 6 months at an affordable price. EEG services are available to both IP and OP patients between 11 am and 6 pm.