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[Electroconvulsive therapy and aortic aneurysm: apropos of a case]
D Attar-Levy1, G Fidelle, P Brochier
1Service hospitalo-universitaire de Santé mentale et de Thérapeutique, Paris.
L'Encephale
|November 1, 1995
Summary
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is increasingly safe for patients with cardiovascular conditions, including aortic aneurysms. Proper anesthetic management prevents adverse events, making ECT a viable treatment option for severe depression.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Neuroscience
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has historically raised concerns regarding cardiovascular safety.
- Advancements in anesthetic protocols and monitoring have significantly reduced adverse cardiovascular events during ECT.
- Depressive patients with serious cardiovascular diseases can often undergo ECT safely.