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  • Psychiatric Medicine
  • Neurology

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  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is an established treatment modality in psychiatry.
  • Understanding its current role is crucial for effective patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To familiarize readers with the contemporary applications of ECT in psychiatric medicine.
  • To highlight the importance of ECT in managing severe psychiatric conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical indications for ECT.
  • Examination of patient selection criteria.
  • Analysis of contemporary ECT practices and maintenance treatment.
  • Inclusion of ECT within major treatment guidelines.

Main Results:

  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is underutilized in current psychiatric practice.
  • Persistent stigma and lack of knowledge regarding modern ECT techniques contribute to underutilization.

Conclusions:

  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) remains an essential and effective treatment for severe mood disorders, psychotic illnesses, and catatonia.
  • Addressing stigma and improving education on ECT techniques can enhance its appropriate use.