Spectral analysis of electroencephalogram during sleep-related apneas in pre-term and term born infants in the first weeks of life.
Clin Neurophysiol
; 111(10): 1788-91, 2000 Oct.
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ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVES:
A correlation between sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and apnea has been discussed in a variety of studies. We analyzed polysomnographic data in 51 infants and investigated correlations between the manifestation of apneas and changes in EEG pattern.METHODS:
Measurements were performed by means of the commercial polysomnographic device 'ALICE III'. Spectral analysis of certain parts of the registered EEG was performed.RESULTS:
During apnea a reduction of the EEG amplitude was seen. The extent of the decrease differed slightly between the frequency bands.CONCLUSIONS:
According to the widespread agreement that a lower voltage of electrical brain activity is a fundamental sign of waking up, we hypothesize that the observed change might be an immature type of arousal reaction.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Síndromes da Apneia do Sono
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Encéfalo
Limite:
Humans
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Infant
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Newborn
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2000
Tipo de documento:
Article