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Photic Stimulation: Standardization of Screening Methods
Author(s) -
Trenité D. G. A.KasteleijnNolst,
Binnie C. D.,
Harding G. F. A.,
Wilkins A.
Publication year - 1999
Publication title -
epilepsia
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.687
H-Index - 191
eISSN - 1528-1167
pISSN - 0013-9580
DOI - 10.1111/j.1528-1157.1999.tb00911.x
Subject(s) - photic stimulation , standardization , photic zone , neuroscience , psychology , medicine , computer science , visual perception , phytoplankton , nutrient , perception , operating system , chemistry , organic chemistry
Summary: Purpose: Differences in methodology of intermittent photic stimulation within and between countries in Europe make collaborative research and interpretation of results difficult. Method: Experts in the field of photic stimulation from European countries have given an overview of methods used in routine photic stimulation. A consensus meeting was organized in May 1996 in the Netherlands. Results: Methodology, including specification of a photo stimulator, procedure of photic stimulation, and interpretation of EEG results, has been defined according to available scientific and clinical knowledge. Conclusions: Consensus was reached in setting up a safe, quick, simple and reliable method to determine whether or not patients are photosensitive. A specification of an international standard for intermittent photic stimulation in the routine EEG examination is given with the purpose of improving patient care and facilitating collaborative research.