In this episode, hosts Garry and Terry explore the transformative role of processed EEG monitors in anesthesia. EEG, or electroencephalography, has been around for a while, but its application in anesthesia is relatively new and incredibly promising.

They dive into the differences between the two, discussing the benefits and controversies surrounding these technologies. From improving patient safety to optimizing anesthesia depth, discover how processed EEG is changing the landscape of anesthesia care.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

We’ll explain what EEG is and how it's traditionally been used?
Some key differences between Raw EEG interpretation and BIS monitors.
Processed EEG or Bispectral Index (BIS) monitoring is generally recommended during general anesthesia to ensure appropriate depth of anesthesia and to reduce the risk of awareness.
The controversies surrounding EEG monitors.
‘The Triple Low’ phenomenon has gotten attention in the anesthesia community.
The potential benefit of including processed EEG monitors when caring for geriatric patients.

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