473 devices · GMDN 35747
An evoked-potential audiometer measures brain activity in response to sound stimuli, helping assess auditory pathway function without requiring patient cooperation. Clinically, it’s used to evaluate hearing loss, diagnose neurological conditions, and distinguish between metabolic coma and structural brain damage by analyzing electrical signals from the brainstem via scalp electrodes.
These devices are typically regulated as electroacoustic instruments and may require compliance with standards for electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and performance accuracy. They are often supplied as standalone systems or as part of a larger diagnostic suite, depending on the specific clinical workflow and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
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