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The Ambulatory Video EEG Test

Once the electrodes have been applied to your scalp they will be connected to a small computer that you will be taking home with you. The computer is small enough to be easily carried. It is placed in a sack that can be slung over the shoulder. The video camera is a small device that you will be able to control what it records and when. You will be provided with an infrared light that you can be used at night so the video images are still visible in a dark room. The technologist will go over the operation of the device. This is a good time to ask any questions that you may have thought of. You will be going home with the electrode head wrap and computer. A typical test will last 2-4 days.

Please note the following:

  1. Do not under any circumstances take a shower while the test is in progress. You may wash from the neck down with a washcloth. Be careful not to get any water into the computer.
  2. No gum chewing during the test.
  3. No tampering of any kind with the computer or electrodes.
  4. Do not drop the computer.
  5. You will be provided with an Event Calendar that needs to be filled out in the event of any episodes. Recording the date and time of the event along with a brief description of what occurred is extremely important.
  6. The technologist will discuss the event button. This is a small button on the side of the computer that should be pressed in the event of an episode. By pressing this button the physician reviewing the study will know exactly when the episode occurred and will be able to see what changes occurred on the EEG.
  7. You will be able to control when the video camera is on and off, try to keep the video recording as much as possible to be able to gather the most information from the testing.
  8. The system allows patient to roam free from the device. Pediatric patients are allowed to play without being attached to the recording system.
  9. Video data collection may be gathered outdoors away from any power connection.

Completion of the test

The technologist will inform you when and where the electrodes and computer will be picked up or returned. The Event Calendar should be returned at this time as well. In order to avoid any delays in the reading of your study please return the equipment as directed. In most circumstances you will be asked to remove the electrodes at your home the morning the study is completed. The electrodes may be removed as follows:

  1. Remove the net from your head.
  2. Using a cotton ball with Acetone or nail polish remover, soak each electrode for approximately 30 seconds or longer as required to loosen the gauze and electrode. WARNING!!! Make sure acetone or nail polish remover does not get into your eyes. If that happens then flush your eyes with cold water.
  3. Once the electrodes have been removed you may wash your hair with warm water and shampoo.

This completes an overview of the Ambulatory EEG procedure. Remember, if at any time you have any questions or concerns do not hesitate to call us at 732 414-8585 or 856 677-3333 anytime.

Patient Information For Ambulatory Video
EEG Monitoring

Welcome! Your doctor has requested that a test be performed called ambulatory video EEG monitoring (AVEEG). This test is a powerful tool in the assessment and treatment of various conditions. During this test, small electrodes placed on your scalp will detect electrical activity from your brain. This information will be stored in a small computer that you will be able to carry around with you. During monitoring a small video camera will record your daily activity this will help correlate any reported clinical or behavioral changes simultaneously with brain activity. The period of monitoring in which you will be wearing the electrodes ranges between 2 to 4 days.

The test is not harmful and is painless. If you have any questions at any time feel free to call our physicians or technicians. They are available 24 hours- seven days a week to answer any of your questions.

This handout covers various aspects of the ambulatory EEG test. Please review this information. It is important that you understand this material so that the most accurate and beneficial results will be obtained.

Preparing for the Ambulatory EEG monitoring test

Prior to the ambulatory EEG test you should:


  1. Wash your hair the night before using only shampoo and water. Do not use styling aids such as hair gels, mousse, hairspray or oils of any kind. These products can interfere with the electrodes and limit the usefulness of the test.
  2. Eat normally and take your regularly scheduled medications as prescribed by your doctor.
  3. Wear shirts that button or zipper so they can be removed without passing over your head. Once the electrodes are in place it will be difficult to take off your shirt over your head if you cannot unbutton or unzip them.

Electrode Application

You will be given a time and location to report for application of the electrodes. During this time the electrodes will be placed on your head and the recording of the brain activity will start. The electrodes used in this test are small metal disks placed on the skin by the EEG technologist in a simple procedure, which should take approximately 1 hour. A paste or glue will be used to stick the electrodes to your scalp. A gauze wrap is then used to keep the electrodes and wires together out of you way. Please note the following:


  1. Children having the test should have a parent or guardian with them throughout the entire electrode application procedure.
  2. If you do not speak English it would be helpful to arrange for a translator to accompany you to the test.
  3. You may bring with you a hat or scarf to wear over the head wrap once the electrode application has been completed.