What does it do?
The MEG scanner measures magnetic fields generated by the brain’s neuronal activity
and can detect brain activity in much greater detail and with more accuracy than
previous testing methods. For instance, if a person moved his finger, the MEG would
allow doctors to see what part of the brain told the finger to move.
Who Benefits?
MEG is potentially the most helpful tool for treating patients with neurological
illnesses like epilepsy. The MEG scanner will allow doctors to explore and gain
a better understanding of patients with depression, schizophrenia, dementia, Alzheimer’s
disease and Parkinson’s disease.
Immediate Uses
This kind of view into the brain will provide doctors the ability to identify where
the brain is malfunctioning with increased precision; it will provide neurosurgeons
greater precision when operating; and epileptologists with an increased ability
to identify where the brain is malfunctioning.
Available at Prestigious Medical Centers
The Nebraska Medical Center was one of few sites able to obtain the new MEG scanner.
As an academic medical center and teaching hospital for the University of Nebraska
Medical center, one key focus is offering world-renowned neurological science services.
The MEG scanner will allow us to conduct research and further physicians’ knowledge
which will ultimately benefit the patients throughout the region.
Location
The MEG Center at The Nebraska Medical Center is located in Clarkson Doctors Building
South, Room 222 near the intersection of 44th and Farnam streets.
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MEG Center.
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and print more about how the MEG scanner works.
Watch video of doctors describing MEG scanner.