ECT
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Tracey Gillies, executive medical director at NHS Lothian, said recent international studies suggested that the use of IV ketamine may be a cost-effective alternative to ECT.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2025
NHS Lothian said it was considering the use of intravenous ketamine as an alternative to ECT, but no decision had been made.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2025
More than half of those given ketamine showed improvement, compared with about 41% for those receiving ECT.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2023
While generally safe and effective, ECT does have drawbacks, including temporary confusion and cognitive impairment.
From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2023
According to one commonly cited statistic, 100,000 Americans receive ECT annually — most often to ease symptoms of severe depression or bipolar disorder.
From Salon • Sep. 4, 2023
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