Neurological examinations at the Neurocentre Luxembourg

For the exploration of malaise, loss of consciousness or confusional episodes.

How: on an outpatient basis, lasts about 30 minutes, records brain activity through a special cap placed on the head.

When a sleep disorder is suspected or to assess the effectiveness of a therapy. Allows to "quantify" sleep and to assess its quality.
How: The preparation takes about 30 minutes. The patient sleeps in a bed with a small box that normally records on the chest and lines on the legs, arms, heart, etc.

For the study of visual, auditory and sensory pathways along the nervous system, from the periphery to the brain.

How: In an outpatient setting, the patient is on a bed or chair. The pathways to be studied are stimulated with light, sound or sensory stimulation and the responses are recorded with headphones. Duration: 20-60 minutes depending on the case.

For the study of cerebral arteries. Allows assessment of intracranial circulation.
How: As an outpatient, the patient is on a bed. The doctor examines the brain with a small probe placed on the temporal bone while watching a monitor. The examination is not painful and lasts 15 minutes.