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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) involves the electrical induction of a series of seizures as a treatment for mental disorders, most notably major depression. This chapter covers the history of ECT; indications for its use; risks; the evaluation of patients for ECT; ECT technique; and management of patients after completion of the ECT course, including the use of ECT to prevent relapse (maintenance ECT). Because brain stimulation has become a rapidly evolving area in geropsychiatric practice, a section is also included to cover newer treatment modalities. The chapter ends with a brief discussion of what can be expected in the future of brain stimulation therapies. Throughout the chapter, a particular focus is placed on the use of ECT and other related treatments in elderly patients.
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