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Some comments on the clinical use of evoked potentials

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In this survey we describe the uses of somatosensory, visual, and auditory evoked potentials (EPs), adding some critical comments on the values and pitfalls of these methods. It must be stressed that the application of EPs is most valuable when combined with a thorough neurological examination. There is general agreement that EP measurement is one of the best techniques for objective, noninvasive study of brain function in humans.

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Notermans, S.L.H., Colon, E.J. Some comments on the clinical use of evoked potentials. Eur Arch Psychiatr Neurol Sci 235, 292–298 (1986). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00515916

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