VEEG
Pronunciation: VEE-EEG
Also written as: VEEG — video-electroencephalography
Video-electroencephalography monitoring that simultaneously records brain waves and patient behavior for seizure correlation.
Full Definition
Video-electroencephalography (VEEG) is a diagnostic technique that combines continuous EEG recording with synchronized video monitoring of patient behavior. This method allows clinicians to correlate electrical brain activity with observable clinical manifestations during seizure events or suspected seizure-like episodes. VEEG monitoring is typically performed in specialized epilepsy monitoring units over periods ranging from hours to days. It is essential for distinguishing between epileptic and non-epileptic events, localizing seizure foci for surgical planning, and characterizing seizure semiology. The simultaneous recording provides crucial information that cannot be obtained from EEG or clinical observation alone.
Usage
Usage note: May be written as V-EEG or video-EEG; ensure consistency within documents.
In Context
- "The patient was admitted for 48-hour VEEG monitoring to capture seizure events." — Hospital admission note
- "VEEG confirmed the diagnosis of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures." — Neurology consultation