12) ECT Flashcards
1
Q
What are the licensed indications for ECT?
A
- Severe depression that is either life threatening or treatment resistant
- Catatonia
- Prolonged/treatment resistant mania.
2
Q
Suggest some possible contraindications for the prescription of ECT.
A
- Brain tumour
- Recent MI
- Cochlear impants
- RICP, cerebral aneurysm, CVA
