SEPT

Somatosensory evoked potentials (SEP) are electrical signals caused by the stimulus of a somatosensory nerve (eg, a nerve responsible for the sensation of pain, touch, or temperature). These signals are then measured by electrophysiological measurements, which make it possible to assess the functional status of the central nervous system.

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SEP may be useful in various conditions and diseases, such as traumatic brain injury, stroke, inflammatory diseases of the nervous system and spinal cord injuries, to monitor and assess nerve and spinal cord function.

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SEP are measured by placing electrodes on the skin. The signals are then evaluated by computer analysis to gain information about the functional status of the sensory nerves.

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It is important to note that SEP is only part of the central nervous system evaluation and that other diagnostics such as CT or MRI scans, neurological tests and clinical assessments may also be required to provide a full diagnosis deliver.