The Natus Olympic Brainz CFM: simplified, automated and secure neonatal brain monitoring
In neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), monitoring brain function is essential for assessing the neurological status of vulnerable newborns. The CFM Olympic Brainz Monitor (OBM), developed by Natus, meets this requirement with a comprehensive and intuitive solution that can transform clinical practices at the bedside. This device combines ease of use, powerful automated neurological analysis and optimal data security to provide medical teams with valuable assistance during critical moments.
The system stands out first and foremost for its extreme ease of installation and use. Simply plug in the unit, apply the electrodes and start recording. The large, responsive 17-inch touchscreen makes it easy to access data and interpret EEG signals in real time, right at the infant's bedside. Built-in help guides users step by step for quick and reliable start-up.
Technologically, the monitor stands out for its automation. Two exclusive software programs — BPc for background pattern classification and RecogniZe for automated seizure detection — quickly identify any abnormal brain activity, enabling immediate medical intervention. The CFMsight™ tool improves trace readability for fast and efficient interpretation. These features are essential in the context of neurological conditions such as hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy (HIE), intraventricular haemorrhages and neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS).
Data security is another key feature of the CFM Olympic Brainz. Thanks to the integration of Windows 10, the system benefits from enhanced protection against tampering or loss of sensitive information. The remote viewing function via the OBM Viewer software allows encrypted access to EEG data, either on the institution's network or via an exported USB key. This means that examinations can be archived, restored and analysed at any time, even remotely, without compromising confidentiality.
The device also supports up to three EEG monitoring channels, enabling complete brain coverage through a bi-hemispheric or trans-cerebral configuration. An additional channel can also be easily added to an existing configuration. Disposable, hydrogel or low-impedance electrodes reduce the risk of infection while ensuring excellent signal quality.
The versatility of the CFM Olympic Brainz allows it to be used in a wide range of clinical cases: newborns undergoing therapeutic hypothermia, premature babies, babies undergoing surgery, or those with congenital metabolic disorders. This makes it an essential tool for early diagnosis and neonatal neurological monitoring.
The Natus Olympic Brainz CFM combines clinical performance, ease of use and safety to provide neonatal teams with a reliable EEG monitoring system tailored to the critical needs of newborns.
