Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring: Benefits of Using Multimodality IONM During Complex Spine Surgeries. The Crucial Role of Somatosensory Evoked Potentials. Part 2.

Authors

  • Cesia M Alvarez Global Innervation LLC, Dallas, Texas, USA; Department of Neuroscience, School of Behavioral & Brain Sciences, The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Texas, USA https://orcid.org/0009-0003-9575-0794

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11282003

Keywords:

Scoliosis, SSEP, EMG, MEP, IONM, neurophysiology, neuromonitoring, spine, brain, surgery, SEP

Abstract

Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SSEP) is a crucial component of intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM), specifically designed to assess the nervous system's sensory or ascending/afferent pathways. These pathways transmit sensory signals from the extremities to the brain via the spinal cord and brainstem. SSEPs play a vital role in monitoring the optimal functional condition of these pathways during complex surgeries, thereby mitigating the risk of potential damage to the patient.

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Published

2024-04-30

How to Cite

Alvarez, C. M. (2024). Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring: Benefits of Using Multimodality IONM During Complex Spine Surgeries. The Crucial Role of Somatosensory Evoked Potentials. Part 2. J of Neurophysiological Monitoring, 2(2), 60–62. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11282003