On the significance of electroconvulsive therapy in the treatment of severe mental diseases

Wiener klinische Wochenschrift
Michael GrözingerAndreas Conca

Abstract

Quite a few patients with severe mental diseases do not respond sufficiently to psychopharmacology and psychotherapy. For some of these, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) offers a promising alternative. Erroneously, the method is being perceived as old fashioned by the lay public, but also by many doctors. Therefore, this overview aims at all colleagues who in their role as multipliers, referring physicians or ECT specialists can reduce the likelihood of mental disease to become chronic. During the last decades, numerous international medical societies including the Austrian and the German Association for Psychiatry (ÖGPP and DGPPN) have pointed to the importance of ECT as a modern medical intervention. Our overview is based on these guidelines and statements. Additionally selective literature searches have been conducted concerning some key aspects. Due to its excellent efficacy, ECT is an important option in the treatment of severe mental disease. Technological innovations and continued development in the psychiatric environment determined the evolution from the electroshock of the 1930s to the ECT of today. This process led to reduced side effects and a stronger patient-oriented praxis. ECT is a modern, highly effective and sa...Continue Reading

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