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Electroconvulsive Therapy in Patients With Cerebral Aneurysms
Christopher Shane Buntting1, David Tran, Charles Fish
1From The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) appears safe for patients with cerebral aneurysms, as no direct ruptures were reported. Careful consideration is needed for aneurysm rupture risks between ECT sessions.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Subarachnoid hemorrhage from cerebral aneurysm rupture has high mortality and morbidity.
- Safety concerns exist regarding electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in patients with cerebral aneurysms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing evidence on the safety of ECT in patients with cerebral aneurysms.
- To address clinical considerations for managing patients with aneurysms undergoing ECT.
Main Methods:
- Systematic collation of available evidence.
- Review of case reports and clinical considerations.
Main Results:
- No reported cases link ECT directly to cerebral aneurysm rupture.
- One case reported aneurysm rupture occurring between ECT sessions.
Conclusions:
- ECT may be a relatively safe procedure for patients with cerebral aneurysms.
- Clinical vigilance is necessary, particularly regarding the timing of aneurysm rupture relative to ECT sessions.
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