What is CortiCap™?
The CortiCap is a disposable pre-measured EEG electrode set that solves the challenge of applying scalp electrodes quickly and accurately positioned for short-term and long-term EEG recordings. The CortiCap is available in three sizes. The Adult and Child sizes have 23 electrodes (standard 10-20 layout), and the Newborn size has 13-electrodes (reduced 10-20 layout).
CortiCap™ for Adults & Children
The CortiCap is a disposable, EEG electrode cap that provides the user a simpler method to quickly apply the standard 21 scalp electrodes (positioned according to the International 10-20 System) plus REF and GND. The cap, designed in partnership with Greentek, is comfortable for the patient to wear for extended recordings (60 hours or more) producing high-quality EEG signals when using the recommended electroconductive gel.
CortiCap is available as a case of 10 caps or as a case of 5 Application Kits which include all the supplies needed to correctly apply the CortiCap.
The CortiCap connects to most EEG recording systems with the required, innovative M-Quick connector cable, terminated in standard labeled touch-proof pins. The M-Quick connector cable is reusable and is purchased separately.
CortiCap™ for Newborns
The CortiCap is a disposable, EEG electrode cap for newborns (28-36 cm head size), providing an easy-to-use way to quickly apply 13 scalp electrodes, positioned according to a reduced International 10-20 System (with REF and GND). The cap, designed by Greentek, is comfortable for the newborn patient to wear for extended recordings (48 hours or more) producing high-quality EEG signals when using the recommended electroconductive gel.
CortiCap is available as a box of 10 caps or as a case of 5 Application Kits which include all the supplies needed to correctly apply the CortiCap.
Frequently Asked Questions
The M-Quick Connector Cable is terminated with 23 industry-standard 1.5mm touchproof connectors, which connect to the inputs on almost all commercial EEG recording amplifier systems. If you have a question about your EEG equipment, let us know what you have, and we will let you know if the CortiCap is compatible.
On average a trained user can set up a patient in 10-15 minutes.
In about an hour most users can learn to use the CortiCap. We have found that typically, after performing three applications of the CortiCap, the user will be very comfortable using the product on patients.
The CortiCap might not be a solution for all patients. Depending on their hair phenotype (e.g., high-volume hairstyles that prevent the CortiCap from fitting close enough to the scalp) or post-surgical patients (bolts, drains, ICP monitors, missing bone flaps, etc). The cap may be an inconvenient solution for patients that may require frequent imaging procedures.
Absolutely, the cap will work with bed bound patients. If the patient’s neck can be moved add a neck roll to the back of their neck. This will lift their head up so the cap can be applied.
Yes, the electrodes can be moved. The holes on the cap can be used to count the distance the electrodes have been moved so the homologous electrode can be moved in the same direction and distance to preserve symmetry.
Yes, the CortiCap will work with long hair, short hair, and no hair. The key step in applying the CortiCap is using the cotton-tipped applicator to sweep the subjects hair away from under the electrodes prior to injecting the conductive paste. To view video of CortiCap application on patient with long hair click on this link: https://youtu.be/w0INDwQLmSo
Following the standard Instructions for Use, with the recommended electroconductive paste, a study duration of up to 60 hours is easily achieved. Longer duration recordings may require application of additional conductive paste to maintain impedance values less than 10K ohms.
The CortiCap can be used for Routine, Long-term, and ambulatory EEG recordings.
The following supplies are recommended but others can be used. Conductive Creams: Elefix V, 180 g Tube (for Routine, Long-term, and Ambulatory recordings); Skin Prep: WavePrep EEG Skin Prep, 8.5 g Cup; Cotton Tip Applicators; Syringe: BD Liquid Dispensing Slip Tip Syringe 20 mL (used to add conductive cream to each electrode cup).
The Adult and Child sizes of the CortiCap have 23 electrodes, including dedicated Reference and Ground electrodes.
No, the printed silver/silver chloride electrode array is not MR rated. We recommend that the CortiCap be removed for MR imaging and then replaced with a new CortiCap when imaging is completed.
Yes, the cap is designed and manufactured for single-patient use. The M-Quick connector cable set is reusable.
