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How effective is e.c.t in treating depression? what are the side effects if any?
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ECT: Ect is usually only used when all other attempts to treat depression fail. It is generally regarded as safe today as the voltage is less than in the past but the mechanism by which it works is still not entirely clear.Some patients complain of minor memory loss but it is variable depending on your age and level of health. Carefully weigh whteter or not this treatment will work for you.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Effective: Ect is effective for major depression .Patient needs to be medicaly stable . Common side effects short term memory problem and risk of confusion after treatment .Need smesthesia before treatment.
Answered 3/22/2015
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ECT: Response rates for treatment of depression are greater than 90 % and its highly effective and very safe.
Answered 9/13/2013
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