Electroconvulsive therapy: Physiological and anaesthetic considerations

Relationship Between Cardiac Output and Onset of Succinylcholine Chloride Action in Electroconvulsive Therapy Patients

“…However, Sch has since gained wide acceptance for application during ECT because of its ultrashort duration of action. 1,8 Many patients undergoing ECT have decreased skeletal muscle mass because of aging, anorexia, or coexisting diseases. 9 Muscle fasciculation might not be apparent in such patients, and the spreading action of Sch can thus be difficult to identify.…”

Development, validation and clinical utility of short-term adverse-effects of electroconvulsive therapy (SAVE) checklist

“…Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has been an effective treatment in managing several psychiatric conditions with a much quicker response than medications. It is a potentially lifesaving treatment for those having catatonia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, and severe suicidal ideations (Marks, 1984). The use of anaesthesia and seizure induction have physiological effects on the cardiovascular system (CVS), central nervous system (CNS), and musculoskeletal systems.…”