The review
settings of an EEG recording refer to the parameters that can be adjusted to
optimize the visualization and interpretation of electrical brain activity.
Here is an overview of the key review settings in EEG analysis:
1. Amplification
(Gain/Sensitivity):
oDefinition: Amplification,
also known as gain or sensitivity, determines how much the electrical signals
from the brain are amplified before being displayed on the EEG recording.
oMeasurement: Typically
measured in microvolts per millimeter (μV/mm).
oImpact: Adjusting the
amplification setting can affect the visibility of high-amplitude and
low-amplitude activity. High-amplitude activity may require vertical
compression to fit within the display range, while low-amplitude activity may
require lower sensitivity settings for better visualization.
2. Frequency
Filtering:
oBandpass: The frequency
range within which EEG signals are analyzed. Common settings include a
low-frequency filter (LFF) and a high-frequency filter (HFF).
oStandard Range: Typically, EEG
devices accurately record activity within a frequency range of 0.1 to 125 Hz.
Standard review settings often use a bandpass of 1 to 70 Hz to capture
clinically relevant EEG activity.
oNotch Filter: A filter set to
the frequency of the power supply's AC current to reduce noise from electrical
interference.
3. Time Scale:
oDefinition: The duration of
time represented on each page of the EEG recording.
o Recommended
Setting: The recommended time scale is 10 seconds per page, but adjustments can be
made based on the specific needs of the analysis.
oHorizontal
Compression/Expansion: Modifying the time scale can enhance the visualization
of subtle changes, evolution of activity, or spread during seizures.
Compression or expansion of the time scale can aid in observing different
aspects of brain activity.
4. Filter
Adjustments:
oHigh-Frequency
Filter (HFF): Reducing the HFF setting can help reduce high-frequency
noise, such as muscle activity. However, it is essential to be cautious as
filtering can distort the intended EEG activity.
o Low-Frequency
Filter (LFF): Adjusting the LFF setting can impact the visibility of
slow roving eye movements and baseline stability. Increasing the LFF setting
may flatten the baseline and improve readability of high-frequency activity.
By understanding
and appropriately adjusting these review settings, EEG analysts can optimize
the visualization and interpretation of electrical brain activity, ensuring
accurate and meaningful analysis of EEG recordings.
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