Encephalogram
Encephalogram
Encephalogram (pronunciation: /ɛnˈsɛfələˌɡræm/) is a term used in the field of neurology to refer to the record or display of a person's brain activity.
Etymology
The term "Encephalogram" is derived from the Greek words 'enkephalos' meaning 'brain', and 'gramma' meaning 'something written or drawn'.
Definition
An Encephalogram is a test or procedure that records electrical activity in the brain. It is typically used to diagnose or monitor neurological disorders, such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, or brain tumors. The procedure is non-invasive and involves placing electrodes on the scalp to detect and record patterns of electrical activity and check for abnormalities.
Related Terms
- Electroencephalogram: An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a specific type of encephalogram that measures and records the electrical activity of your brain.
- Neurologist: A neurologist is a medical doctor who specializes in treating diseases of the nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord.
- Neurology: Neurology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Brain: The brain is an organ that serves as the center of the nervous system in all vertebrate and most invertebrate animals.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Encephalogram
- Wikipedia's article - Encephalogram
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