An EEG (electroencephalogram) is a medical test that records the brain’s electrical activity using electrodes placed on the scalp. It allows specialists to visualize brain waves and identify abnormalities related to neurological disorders such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, or certain brain conditions. It is a non-invasive, painless test commonly used to diagnose or monitor a patient’s neurological status.
Sleep clinic
The sleep clinic includes a sleep laboratory at the cutting edge of technology dedicated to the diagnosis, the evaluation and the treatment of all sleep disorders.
Our specialists offer consultations and follow ups. They also recommend treatment solutions to the attending physician.
Once the examination is completed, no further action is required. The respirologist will interpret the results, which will be sent to the referring physician and to your family physician. Unless otherwise indicated, the results will also be posted on the Patient Portal.
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The Ocean eReferral platform allows you to create and submit requests directly from most electronic medical record systems for physicians in the community.
Therefore, Montfort encourages you to take advantage of this free platform that greatly simplifies and streamlines the process of managing test requests.
Requests received via Ocean will always be clearer and more complete, and allow for more effective and efficient communication with providers and patients.
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A sleep study, or polysomnogram, is a test used to determine whether you have a sleep disorder such as insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or periodic limb movement disorder. Patients are invited to spend a night in the Sleep Laboratory so specialists can observe their sleep and determine the exact nature of any sleep disorder.
The continuous positive airway pressure test, better known as CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure), is offered if you have sleep apnea. CPAP is delivered through a nasal mask. The support pressure is adjusted by a technologist throughout the night, allowing you to breathe normally. This results in improved sleep quality.
The MSLT measures your brain activity during the day to assess your level of sleepiness. For this test, you will lie down to take a nap at two-hour intervals. You will be asked to take four or five naps in total. This test shows how long it takes you to fall asleep at different times throughout the day.
The MWT measures brain activity during the day to assess your ability to stay awake at different times. For this test, you will sit in a comfortable reclined chair in a dimly lit room.
The test includes four 40-minute quiet periods, spaced two hours apart.
A sleep-deprived EEG is a test that records the brain’s electrical activity, just like a standard EEG, but it is performed after a night in which the person has slept very little. Sleep deprivation makes certain brain abnormalities more noticeable, helping doctors detect conditions such as epilepsy or specific sleep disorders. The test is safe, non-invasive, and simply involves placing sensors on the scalp to monitor brain signals while the person is tired or falling asleep.
Additional Notes
This service requires a medical referral from your physician.
Coordinates
Registration: room 1B164
Please have your Health card ready for the registration.
Phone: 613-748-4990
Fax: 613-748-4975
Additional fax: 1-855-236-5007