- Docente: Lara Alvisi
- Credits: 2
- SSD: MED/48
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Neurophysiopathology techniques (cod. 8482)
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from Mar 06, 2026 to Apr 23, 2026
Learning outcomes
At the end of the module, students will have acquired a basic understanding of physiological electroencephalograms (EEGs) and the techniques used to record them, as well as the characteristics of physiological EEGs, both in baseline conditions and during various activation methods. They will have acquired technical knowledge of the electrodes used and their positioning on the scalp.
Course contents
The key steps in the laboratory from when the patient enters to when they leave.
The different instrumental investigations carried out in the EEG laboratory.
The collection of bioelectrical signals.
Various types of electrodes.
Supernumerary electrodes.
Activation tests.
The management of status epilepticus.
Artifacts.
Practical exercise on artifacts.
Closed-circuit recording system.
Technician behavior in the event of a seizure; management of questioning and complications.
Recording and management of non-epileptic paroxysmal events.
Errors in recording and questioning management.
Introduction to polygraphy.
Practical exercise on a hostile recording setting.
Readings/Bibliography
Clinical Electroencephalography Oriano Mecarelli editor Springer
Teaching methods
Lectures.
Slide presentations, clinical case studies, and laboratory recordings.
Assessment methods
Discussion of an EEG trace: artifacts, normal and pathological activity, localization of activity, recording management.
Teaching tools
All lecture slides will be provided to students in the days leading up to the lectures.
Office hours
See the website of Lara Alvisi