Line-source modeling and estimation with magnetoencephalography

We propose a number of source models that are spatially distributed on a line for magnetoencephalography (MEG) using both a spherical head with radial sensors for more efficient computation and a realistic head model for more accurate results. We develop these models with increasing degrees of freedom, derive forward solutions, maximum-likelihood (ML) estimates, and Crame/spl acute/r-Rao bound (CRB) expressions for the unknown source parameters. A model selection method is applied to select the most appropriate model. We also present numerical examples to compare the performances and computational costs of the different models, to determine the regions where better estimates are possible and when it is possible to distinguish between line and focal sources. We demonstrate the usefulness of the proposed line-source models over the previously available focal source model in certain distributed source cases. Finally, we apply our methods to real MEG data, the N20 response after electric stimulation of the median nerve known to be an extended source.

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