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Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Position : Supine
Time : 5-30 min (very short)
Blood Loss : Zero
Maintenance Paralytic : Yes

Anesthetic Approaches

1General, Ambu/mask Ventilation
The Surgery

ECTs (Electroconvulsive Therapy) is typically indicated for for the relief of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) or other mental disorders that have not responded to traditional medical treatment. The...

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