Video EEG Monitoring

Video EEG monitoring (electroencephalography with synchronized video recording) is a modern diagnostic method that records the brain’s electrical activity together with the patient’s behavior and clinical manifestations. By correlating EEG patterns with video images, physicians can more accurately identify abnormalities in brain activity, particularly epilepsy and other neurological conditions associated with seizures or loss of consciousness.

Types of Investigations Offered at CardioPrima

At our clinic, Video EEG monitoring is performed according to standardized protocols tailored to each patient’s needs:

Standard EEG (20 minutes) – rapid screening protocol;

Extended monitoring (from 1 hour up to 24 hours) – useful for capturing rare or intermittent clinical events;

Overnight studies, starting from 8:00 PM, with durations of:

• 4 hours,
• 10 hours,
• 12 hours.

This flexibility allows the investigation duration to be adjusted based on the patient’s symptoms and the frequency of suspected events.

When Video EEG Monitoring Is Recommended

• suspicion of epilepsy for diagnostic confirmation;
• classification of epilepsy type and treatment planning;
• unexplained seizures, syncope, or episodes of loss of consciousness;
• monitoring the effectiveness of antiepileptic treatment;
• sleep disorders with a neurological component.

How the Investigation Is Performed

• EEG electrodes are applied to the scalp according to an internationally standardized protocol;
• brain electrical activity is recorded continuously in parallel with video monitoring;
• the physician observes EEG changes during clinical events and correlates them with symptoms;
• during overnight monitoring, the patient spends the night in comfortable conditions under medical supervision.

Benefits for the Patient

Video EEG monitoring significantly increases diagnostic accuracy compared to standard EEG by capturing both cerebral electrical activity and clinical manifestations. It is a non-invasive, safe, and essential method for the diagnosis and management of epilepsy and other neurological disorders.