Neon EEG electrode for EEG monitoring in newborns

The technology described in this briefing is Neon EEG electrode. It is used for electroencephalogram (EEG) monitoring in newborns.

The innovative aspects are that EEG electrodes can be placed on a newborn, without extra preparation or an EEG technician.

The intended place in therapy would be in the neonatal intensive care unit in newborns with suspected perinatal brain injury.

There is no published evidence for this device.

Key uncertainties around the evidence or technology are that there are no published studies showing the accuracy, ease of use or reliability of the device.

The cost of the Neon EEG is £50 to £60 per unit (exclusive of VAT). The resource impact would be greater than standard care.