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. 2004 May;75(5):771–772. doi: 10.1136/jnnp.2003.024893

Use of short term video EEG in the diagnosis of attack disorders

A McGonigal 1, A Russell 1, A Mallik 1, M Oto 1, R Duncan 1
PMCID: PMC1763561  PMID: 15090577

Abstract

Objective: To assess the usefulness of SVEEG in the diagnosis of attack disorders.

Methods: One hundred and forty three SVEEG recordings were performed during an 18 month period.

Results: A diagnostic event was recorded in 72 of 143 (50.3%): PNES (n = 51), epilepsy (n = 7), or other attacks, such as movement disorders (n = 14).

Conclusions: SVEEG is a robust and useful diagnostic technique, which complements existing resources.

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