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  • OSG releases new RT Software suite version 4.2! 26-10-20

    In this new version, OSG has developed the interface with the SD PLUS amplifier family. In addition, we have enlarged our camera support for AXIS camera's, unlocking features such as 4K and superior audio quality.

    Click here for the Release notes of RT Software Suite 4.2!

  • OSG continues its sales & support activities while taking measures to protect its coworkers! 03-08-20

    Since COVID-19 cases have been rising consistently in the province of Antwerp, ultimately leading to an orange zone label, OSG has taken to obligatory wearing of face masks in all office premises, as well as a restriction of access to the office of all carriers of packages and such.

    On a positive note, OSG is finalizing a prototype for testing its AI prototype at a number of key centers across the Benelux.

  • OSG resumes on site deliveries! 12-05-20

    Now that COVID-19 lockdown measures are slowly becoming less stringent, OSG resumes on site activities such as installations and annual maintenance which have been postponed for several months.

    During the lockdown, OSG has continued and expanded its sales activities to a broader range of products: we now include EMG equipment in our portfolio! Care to know more? Contact us at [email protected]!

  • OSG releases new RT Software suite version 4.0! 22-04-20

    In the midst of COVID-19 restrictive measures, OSG is continuing its software development from home. This week, we have released RT Software Suite version 4.0 which unleashes a new range of features to our customers!

    Some major features include a new EMG artifact filter that works very well to remove EMG artifacts from seizure onset EEG, the possibility to open measurements with multiple users at the same time, and a full integration with a screening device Somnolter.

    Curious to learn more? Read all about it in our release notes!

    Click here for the Release notes!

  • AI Newsletter: From our latest results to new product development 14-04-20

    During the COVID-19 crisis, our AI development team has been working hard from home to finalize our core AI toolbox. With an average accuracy of 81,3% on all sleep stages and mistakes lowest for Sleep/Wake and REM/NREM decisions, we can't wait to bring this new solution to our customers.

    We'll be working a few more months to have an alpha release of our new hypnogram analysis, and will be partnering with University Hospital of Antwerp to test our prototype. Care to be part of the prototype testing? Don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]!

    Click here for our Newsletter about BrainRT Artificial Intelligence

  • OSG granted Baekeland mandate for R&D projects featuring AI! 09-01-20

    Together with KU Leuven and UZ Antwerp, OSG ventures into a PhD project with one of its AI designers, Dries Van der Plas. The project focuses on machine learning techniques to enhance accuracy of automatic analysis in the OSG analysis products.

    New findings will be published and implemented in the OSG software for customers to benefit from! Care to know more? OSG is preparing several Spring meetings at its new offices in Belgium to present results and project agenda!

  • OSG is now part of the Micromed Group! 05-11-19

    In order to expand the product portfolio and presence in the field of clinical neurophysiology, OSG and Micromed have decided to join forces.

    OSG will continue its current activities in sales, support and development and create exciting new synergies with Micromed and partners for an expansion of its product portfolio. As of December 1st, OSG will also support the Micromed installations in the Benelux.

    OSG will supply software products to all members of the Micromed Group to create a common platform. In addition, the Micromed Group will sell the OSG software in the US and other parts of the world.

  • OSG is moving to a new location! 30-10-19

    On the 5th of November, OSG is moving to a new location! Only a few minutes away from our current location, OSG is expanding its office space to accommodate new colleagues and new activities.

    This location includes several training rooms in order to give in-house trainings and specialized sessions for sleep scoring and other activities. Interested to see our new location? We will be organizing an Open Office Day next Spring! More information to follow on our website.

    Click here for our new address

  • New Results for our Automatic Hypnogram: BrainRT AI 13-06-19

    In recent years, OSG has been investing in a new type of automatic analysis based on Artificial Intelligence. By combining novel technology with experience in feature extraction, we add accuracy to our real life data analysis.

    In this News letter we present results about our current algorithm's performance.

    Click here for our Newsletter about BrainRT Artificial Intelligence

  • Cleveland Clinic 2nd US Hospital to obtain RT Software Suite Research License 07-06-19

    For the research of REM Sleep Behavior Disorder, the Center of Sleep Medicine of Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, has obtained an RT Software Suite research license.

    "Specifically for research purposes, OSG has developed a flexible ""RBD Tool"" which allows to calculate the SINBAR criteria for different muscle types. "

  • Hospital Clínic of Barcelona acquires BrainRT equipment for PSG and EEG 12-02-19

    We have recently equiped all Acquisition and Review Units at the Clinical Neurophysiology Laboratory and Multidisciplinary Sleep Disorders Unit of Hospital Clinic Barcelona with the RT Software.

    We are looking forward to a long term cooperation with the team, which is lead by Dr. J. Santamaria.

  • OSG informs its customers about Brexit Consequences! 30-01-19

    We have received a lot of questions regarding Brexit, and the continuity for deliveries. We would like to inform our customers that there will be no important impact for them, as only one minor supplier of USB cables is located in the UK.

    Click here for more information about Brexit

  • Laatste info over de OSG Workshops verstuurd! 26-11-18

    Intussen zijn alle plaatsen van de Workshops volzet. Alle deelnemers krijgen een e-mail met laatste info toegestuurd. Toch geen e-mail ontvangen? Contacteer OSG via [email protected] voor meer info over jouw deelname.

  • News Update over de OSG Workshops, 14 december te Antwerpen. 12-11-18

    Er zijn nog enkele plaatsen voor de Workshop Neuromonitoring van 9.00-12.30. De andere workshops zijn intussen volzet, je kan hiervoor helaas niet meer inschrijven. Alle deelnemers ontvangen deze week nog een bevestigingsmail voor hun deelname aan de Workshops.

Klik hier om je in te schrijven!
  • OSG organiseert op 14 december 2018 meerdere Workshops te Antwerpen! 10-10-18

    Om onze gebruikers echte Experts te maken in de BrainRT en SleepRT software, bieden we verschillende Hands-On Workshops aan. Per twee wordt er een computer voorzien voor een volledig interactieve sessie.

    In navolging op onze User Meeting organiseren we deze Hands-On Workshops, zodat de nieuw aangeleerde features meteen uitgeprobeerd kunnen worden. Dat geeft een extra boost om het ook in de werksfeer toe te passen.

    Klik hier voor de uitnodiging!

    Klik hier om je in te schrijven!

  • 24th Congress of the European Sleep Research Society 17-08-18

    OSG will be attending the 24th Congress of the European Sleep Research Society in Basel, Switzerland.

    In these 4 days (25-28 sep), OSG wants to improve its knowledge in the research of sleep neurology. That knowledge can be integrated into BrainRT which makes the software even more advanced. In this way, OSG continues to learn the newest developments in sleepresearch and stays ahead of their competitors!

    Click here for the Detailed Scientific Program!

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  • Early Detection of Dementia with Lewy bodies: RBD as a Biomarker 04-07-18

    REM Sleep Behavior Disorder continues to gain importance as a clinical biomarker for early detection of neurodegenerative diseases. With our validated REM Without Atonia detection Algorithm, you have an easy access to all necessary Polysomnography derived parameters.

    Want to know more? Send us an e-mail and we will provide you with all necessary information regarding our RBD tools.

    Click here for the related Publication!

Click here for the Full Text
  • General Data Protection Regulation: An Update from OSG 25-05-18

    For the purpose of efficient support and other customer services, OSG stores information about customers such as Name and E-Mail Address. We have implemented several Safety Measures to ensure the Security of your Data. For more information, please refer to the communication link below.

    Click here for the Full Text

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  • Antwerp University Hospital uses BrainRT to detect a rare type of epilepsy! 04-04-18

    VTM program Helden Van De Kinderkliniek shows the 6 year old Lauren who suffers from severe epileptic seizures.

    Professor Ceulemans and his team are looking for the right medication to treat this rare type of epilepsy. Therefore a correct diagnosis of the epilepsy is necessary. Advanced Software and Hardware are provided by OSG to conduct a full EEG study.

    Click here for the Video!

  • OSG introduces new Polygraphy Amplifier! 27-11-17

    For Polygraphy recordings OSG offers a new compact amplifier, integrating directly to the RT Software Suite.

    Apart from the traditional signals such as RIP belts, SpO2, nasal flow and thermistor, this Polygraph offers a unique effort detection tool by means of mandibulatory movement. In addition, the recorder offers one multi-use channel (for EMG, ECG, Pneumotachograph).

    Click here for the Somnolter Brochure

  • Mayo Clinic obtains RT Software Suite Research License 17-08-17

    For the research of REM Sleep Behavior Disorder, the Center of Sleep Medicine of Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, has obtained an RT Software Suite research license.

    "Specifically for research purposes, OSG has developed a flexible ""RBD Tool"" which allows to calculate the SINBAR criteria for different muscle types. "

Click here for the RIZIV publication
  • RIZIV publishes new Belgian reimbursement rules for CPAP and MRA treatment 09-01-17

    On the 1st of January 2017, the new reimbursement rules for OSAS treatment come into function, as published by the Belgian Institute for Disease and Disability

    This includes the possibility to use polygraphy as a tool to measure the efficacy of MRA treatment and the OAHI as criterium for qualification to CPAP/MRA treatment.

    OSG offers all the necessary reporting tools in order to give easy access to these newly requested parameters. Contact us for more info!

    Click here for the RIZIV publication

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  • OSG releases new RT Software Suite 3.2 27-10-16

    OSG has released a new RT Software Suite Version 3.2. Curious about the new features? OSG has created a video highlighting the most important new features, as well as a newsletter covering all new features.

    Looking for a detailed explanation of the latest features? Check out the Application Notes located in the Customer Area of the OSG website.

    Click here for the OSG Newsletter!

    Click here for the Video!

  • OSG now compatible with any TCD device for video + audio recording 05-10-16

    OSG has developed a brand new interface for OR monitoring, allowing to record images and audio from any Trans Cranial Doppler device as video of the EEG acquisition.

    It is even possible to record TCD images as well as live images of the Operation Room, thanks to the BrainRT video option to record up to 4 camera's!

    Contact OSG if you wish to integrate TCD images in your EEG monitoring device.

  • OSG installs BrainRT-Draeger interface 20-07-16

    At ULB Hôpital Erasme Brussels and Erasmus MC Rotterdam, OSG has completed the first installations of the BrainRT - Draeger interface.

    The BrainRT - Draeger interface allows to record data from the BrainRT device and Draeger device simultaneously. By bringing all data together in one software, the interpretation of the patient status becomes a lot more efficient!

  • BrainRT software integrates data from NIRS device via Philips IntelliVue monitor 01-07-16

    OSG offers the possibility to record EEG data simultaneously with the haemodynamic data from the Philips IntelliVue monitor. This now includes cerebral oxygen saturation (through NIRS technology).

    By bringing all relevant information together in one software, real time surveillance especially of neonates on the Intensive Care Unit becomes a lot more efficient.

  • OSG supports Go-Pro camera for ambulatory recordings 31-12-15

    In its latest software version, OSG supports the GoPro camera format for ambulatory recordings!

    This allows parents of children with epilepsy under EEG surveillance to capture seizures on video, even when the patient is not inside the house. Thanks to a smart watch, the parents can easily initiate video recording of the Go-Pro camera when their child has a seizure.

    In the OSG software, all video recordings are linked and time locked to the EEG data for easy review of EEG signals and video.

  • Automatic Periodic Leg Movement Analysis Validated 11-12-15

    The Automatic PLM Analysis in RT Software Suite has been validated as a perfectly reliable scoring tool!

    In her validation essay, PhD Ambra Stefani of the Neurologische Schlaflabor in Innsbruck, Austria found excellent correspondance to manual scoring: 97% Sensitivity, 1% False positives

    Download the Poster

  • OSG creates new HL7 connection: PSG results to EPD 07-08-15

    With this new connection, OSG offers the ability to send single result values such as the AHI, the percentage of REM and other important values of the sleep recording.

    This allows to represent the PSG results in a more efficient way in the Electronic Medical Record. It also reduces the amount of work for the secretary typing reference letters to the GP.

  • OSG creates new report functionality: Split Night reports 15-06-15

    In BrainRT v3.1, OSG has created a new reporting function, to compare different parts of the acquisition in one report.

    You simply enter the start and stop time of each reporting period and get a full report, including an overview table for easy comparison.

Read the full story
  • Martini Ziekenhuis disproofs Sleepspray 09-04-15

    Martini Ziekenhuis has tested a Sleepspray for EditieNL which claims to have a beneficient effect on deep sleep.

    As the sleep technicians point out: the spray does not reduce sleep onset latency in a significant way. However, if the patient benefits from a soothing fragrance, a lavender plant will do the trick just as well.

    Read the full story

  • BrainRT software installation on Philips IntelliVue 08-04-15

    On the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in UZ Leuven, the IT department and OSG have completed installation of the BrainRT software directly on the Philips IntelliVue iPC (MX800).

    This implementation allows the EEG specialists to perform multi-modal IC monitoring without packing the room with additional material. All you need is the EEG headbox!

  • CHU Besançon bans reusable thermistors 07-04-15

    CHU Besançon introduces disposable thermistors in the sleep lab, in order to guarantee patient safety with regard to infection and disease. The alternative: ThermoCan, which is cannula-and-thermistor-in-one.

    The ThermoCan is the patient friendly solution for AASM compliant sleep recording. Instead of using two separate nose inserts (one for the cannula and one for the thermistor), the ThermoCan offers a single nose insert for two signal recordings.

  • OSG creates BrainRT installation manual for App-V 5.0 virtualization 06-04-15

    The BrainRT and SleepRT software are now compatible with App-V 5.0 for software virtualization. Check our customer area to download the manual.

    OSG offers a complete App-V manual for software virtualization, which allows you to implement the software in the hospital's virtual desktop. This allows the application to follow the user on every computer he wishes to continue working for maximum flexibility.

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