Yahoo Web Search

Search results

1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Electroconvulsive_therapyElectroconvulsive therapy - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Electroconvulsive_therapy

   • Cached

   2 days ago · Electroconvulsive therapy ( ECT) or electroshock therapy ( EST) is a psychiatric treatment where a generalized seizure (without muscular convulsions) is electrically induced to manage refractory mental disorders. [1] Typically, 70 to 120 volts are applied externally to the patient's head, resulting in approximately 800 milliamperes of direct ...

   • Other names: Electroshock therapy
   • ICD-9-CM: 94.27

   • ICD-10-PCS: GZB
   • MeSH: D004565

2. www.mayoclinic.org › first-aid › first-aid-shockShock: First aid - Mayo Clinic

   www.mayoclinic.org › first-aid › first-aid-shock

   • Cached

   Apr 16, 2024 · Shock is a critical condition brought on by the sudden drop in blood flow through the body. Shock may result from trauma, heatstroke, blood loss or an allergic reaction. It also may result from severe infection, poisoning, severe burns or other causes.

3. www.britannica.com › science › shock-therapy-psychiatryShock therapy | Electroconvulsive, Insomnia & Depression

   www.britannica.com › science › shock-therapy-psychiatry

   • Cached

   Apr 13, 2024 · Electroconvulsive, or electroshock, therapy, introduced in Rome in 1938 by U. Cerletti and L. Bini, has been widely used in treating disturbances in which severe depression is the predominant symptom. It has been particularly recommended for manic-depressive psychoses and other types of depression.

   • Author: The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica

4. People also ask

   What are the benefits of shock therapy?

   • The most common reason for shock therapy is severe treatment-resistant depression. However, ECT is also considered a treatment option for bipolar disorder, catatonia, and schizophrenia. It is sometimes used to help reduce agitation in people with dementia.

   Shock Therapy: Process, Preparation, Outcomes and more - Verywell He…

   www.verywellhealth.com/shock-therapy-process-preparation-outcomes-and-more-5193286

   See all results for this question

   What are the side effects of shock therapy?

   • Risks of shock therapy include slow heart beat (bradycardia) and rapid heartbeat (tachycardia), as well as memory loss, confusion and other cognitive effects. Persons at high risk include those with recent heart attack, uncontrolled blood pressure, brain tumors and previous spinal injuries.

   Shock Treatment for Depression: How ECT Shock Therapy Works

   www.healthyplace.com/depression/ect/shock-treatment-for-depression-how-ect-shock-therapy-works

   See all results for this question

   How do you treat shock?

   • The treatment for shock will vary based on the underlying cause. For instance, a person experiencing anaphylaxis may need a shot of epinephrine, which can treat severe allergic reactions. If a person has sepsis, they may need antibiotics, oxygen, and intravenous (IV) fluids. People with hypovolemic shock may need a blood transfusion and IV fluids.

   Shock: Signs, symptoms, and what to do - Medical News Today

   www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326959

   See all results for this question

   How long does shock therapy last?

   • Here is an overview of how shock therapy is used today, including what to expect from an ECT session. An ECT treatment regimen will typically include sessions two to three days a week for a total of six to 12 treatments. The schedule works out to about one month of treatment, although the course may continue for longer.

   Shock Therapy: Process, Preparation, Outcomes and more - Verywell He…

   www.verywellhealth.com/shock-therapy-process-preparation-outcomes-and-more-5193286

   See all results for this question

5. aws.healthyplace.com › depression › ectShock Treatment for Depression: How ECT Shock Therapy Works

   aws.healthyplace.com › depression › ect

   • Cached

   3 days ago · Shock therapy, aka ECT, is common in severe cases of depression. Learn how shock treatment works, along with the risks.

6. www.respiratorytherapyzone.com › shock-practiceShock: Overview and Practice Questions (2024)

   www.respiratorytherapyzone.com › shock-practice

   • Cached

   Apr 27, 2024 · What is Shock? Shock is a critical medical condition where blood circulation is inadequate, leading to insufficient oxygen supply to tissues. If untreated, it can cause organ damage and failure.

   • Video Duration: 3 min

7. www.healthyplace.com › depression › ectWhat is ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy) for Depression?

   www.healthyplace.com › depression › ect

   • Cached

   5 days ago · You may be surprised to learn electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is still being practiced in most, if not all, psychiatric units in general hospitals and mental institutions. ECT is the procedure of stimulating the brain through the use of an electrical current applied directly to the skull.

8. www.nejm.org › browse › topicShock | The New England Journal of Medicine

   www.nejm.org › browse › topic

   Apr 18, 2024 · Case 32-2022: A 76-Year-Old Man with Postoperative Cardiogenic Shock and Diffuse Rash. A.S. Desai and OthersN Engl J Med 2022;387:1502-1513. A 76-year-old man was evaluated for persistent ...