ELECTROCONVULSIVE THERAPY (ECT) Q. 1 The only definite contraindication to ECT is: A Brain tumour B Glaucoma C Aortic aneurysm D Myocardial disease Q. 1 The only definite contraindication to ECT is: A Brain tumour B Glaucoma C Aortic aneurysm D Myocardial disease Ans. A Explanation: Brain tumour Q. 2 ECT is contraindicated in: A […]
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ELECTROCONVULSIVE THERAPY (ECT) ELECTROCONVULSIVE THERAPY (ECT) Introduction: A type of convulsive therapies used for psychiatric disorders treatment. Usage of electricity as an agent inducing convulsions – Referred as “electroconvulsive therapy.” Types: A. Direct ECT: Anesthetic agents & muscle relaxants not used. Generalized convulsions produced result in fractures or teeth dislocations. Higher incidence of side effects – Rarely
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