Norsk
Norwegian Neurological Association

Avoid EEG in the evaluation of headache

31. JULI 2025

Rationale:

EEG has no role in the evaluation of headaches. The diagnosis of headache in primary care relies on a thorough medical history and a clinical neurological examination. 

References:

  • Gronseth GS, Greenberg MK. The utility of the electroencephalogram in the evaluation of patients presenting with headache: a review of the literature. Neurology 1995
  • Hodepineveileder: NevroNEL Hodepine
  • Diagnostiske kriterier: Den internasjonale hodepineklassifikasjonen (ICHD-3