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Demedetomidine and Remifentanil in Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

Sponsor: Inonu University

Summary

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a treatment modality that induces therapeutic seizures through electrical stimulation for the management of certain psychiatric disorders. Nearly all ECT procedures are performed under general anesthesia. However, ECT is commonly associated with acute hyperdynamic responses immediately following electrical stimulation, including transient hypertension and tachycardia. These acute hemodynamic changes may pose significant risks, particularly in patients with ischemic heart disease, hypertension, or cerebrovascular disease. Therefore, the hemodynamic response, seizure quality, and recovery profile are critical factors influencing the choice of anesthetic and adjuvant agents. The primary goal of anesthesia for ECT is to maintain hemodynamic stability without compromising seizure duration or quality while ensuring rapid and safe recovery

Official title: Comparison of Three Different Anesthetic Methods in ECT

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